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7 Comments · April 3, 2015

Shiitake & Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

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Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

There is something incredibly comforting about freshly-steamed dumplings. They're hearty enough to fend off the last bit of chill in the April air, yet light enough that they won't slow your fresh spring pace. These can be enjoyed two different ways: as dumplings (i.e., steamed) or as potstickers (i.e., pan-fried and then briefly steamed). Either route paves the path to simple, heartwarming deliciousness.

To make these, you'll start by warming a bit of sesame oil in a pan. You'll add in a bit of minced garlic, sauté for a minute, and then add six ounces each of both shiitake and oyster mushrooms. After allowing the liquid to cook off and waiting for the mushrooms to take on a slight golden-brown hue, you'll stir in freshly-sliced scallions and cook for another few minutes. Season with sea salt and your filling is complete.

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

To fill the dumplings, you'll prepare a clean work station with a bowl of water, a pan lined with parchment paper, and about 24 round dumpling wrappers. Drop a ½-tablespoon mound of the filling into the center of a dumpling wrapper, dip your fingers in water and run them around the edge, fold the wrapper and press to seal. I always have the urge to over-stuff, and I've learned the hard way that less is truly more when it comes to dumplings and ravioli... and probably burritos, too. So, resist the desire to pile on the filling or you'll end up frustrated and/or with mushroom-fueled explosions in your steamer.

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

Now, the cooking path diverges, and you have a choice to make: will you steam or will you fry?

To make dumplings, simply steam until tender and translucent.

Potstickers require slightly more work, but you'll be rewarded with that quintessential golden-brown, stick-to-the-pan dumpling. To prepare them this way, heat about one tablespoon of refined coconut oil or another oil with a high smoke point in a large pan. Add the dumplings in a single layer and cook for a few minutes to develop a golden-brown crust on the bottom of each. Then, add in ¼ cup of water, cover the pan, and steam the potstickers for a few minutes or until tender and translucent.

Served alongside a salty, spicy, and tangy mixture of rice vinegar, tamari, and chili-garlic sauce? Perfection.

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings

Shiitake and Oyster Mushroom Dumplings
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Shiitake & Oyster Mushrooms Dumplings

Shiitake mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, garlic, and scallions are cooked in sesame oil, sealed in dumpling wrappers, and steamed or pan-fried to perfection. These can be enjoyed two different ways: as dumplings (i.e., steamed) or as potstickers (i.e., pan-fried and then briefly steamed). 
Course Appetizer
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 24 dumplings

Ingredients

Dumplings

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 ounces oyster mushrooms, diced
  • 6 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and diced
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 5 scallions, white and light green portions only, thinly sliced
  • 24 circular dumpling, wonton, or gyoza wrappers*
  • Refined coconut oil or other heat-tolerant oil, for cooking**

Chili-Garlic Sauce

  • Rice vinegar, to taste
  • Reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce, to taste
  • Chili-garlic sauce or sriracha, to taste

Instructions

Dumplings

  • Heat the sesame oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add in the garlic, stir with a large wooden spoon, and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant and just barely golden. Add in the mushrooms and sea salt, and cook for 12 to 14 minutes or until the mushrooms are tender and golden and most of the liquid has evaporated, stirring occasionally. Add the scallions, stir, and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until tender. Season to taste (I add an additional â…› teaspoon sea salt).
  • Prepare a clean work surface (e.g., cutting board), and have the following within reach: the dumpling wrappers, a small bowl filled with water, and a small pan lined with parchment paper.
  • One at a time, place the wrappers on the work surface, fill with a ½ tablespoon of the filling (resist the urge to overfill), dip your fingers in the water, wet the edge of the wrapper, fold over, and press edges together to seal. Place on the pan, and repeat until filling is gone. To keep them from drying out as you're working, place a damp cloth over the filled dumplings.
  • There are two options for cooking: pan-fry and then steam (potstickers) or steam (dumplings). To make potstickers: add about 1 tablespoon of refined coconut oil to a large skillet (enough to coat the bottom of the pan) over medium-high heat. Add the dumplings in a single layer, being careful not to crowd the pan. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until the bottoms have developed a golden-brown crust. Then, pour ¼ cup water into the pan, immediately cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and steam for 4 to 5 minutes. You'll know they're ready when the water has absorbed, and the wrappers become translucent. Use tongs to carefully remove the potstickers from the pan and place on a plate or platter. Repeat until all potstickers are cooked, and serve alongside the chili-garlic sauce. To make dumplings: add the dumplings to a steamer or steamer basket, and steam for 8 to 10 minutes or until the wrappers become translucent. Carefully remove the dumplings from the steamer and place on a plate or platter. Repeat until all dumplings are cooked, and serve alongside the chili-garlic sauce.

Chili Garlic Sauce

  • Add rice vinegar, tamari, and chili-garlic sauce, to taste, to a small bowl, and whisk together. Adjust according to preferences, and serve alongside the dumplings.

Notes

*Be sure to read the label as some wrappers contain eggs. Also, I use wrappers that are approximately 4 inches in diameter. If you're looking to make these gluten-free, check out this recipe for homemade dumping wrappers.
**If you're pan-frying these to make potstickers, you want to use refined coconut oil because it has a high smoke point and doesn't have as much of a coconut flavor as virgin coconut oil. If you don't have refined coconut oil, you can use another oil with a high smoke point.

 

 

 

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  1. Leah M @ love me, feed me says

    April 03, 2015 at 10:38 am

    Oh wow, these look incredible! I loooove dumplings and have been wanting to try making them, they seemed daunting though, but these look pretty easy peasy and awesome! I may have to run to the store today to pick up some dumpling wrappers haha!

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      April 08, 2015 at 9:20 am

      Thanks so much, Leah! The filling/folding can be a bit time-consuming, but each component of the recipe is super simple and straightforward. I like to throw on some upbeat music and get filling. I hope you enjoy these!

      Reply
  2. Celeste Jackson says

    April 03, 2015 at 2:39 pm

    What a nice twist for the filling! Do you think these would freeze well? Would love to have these and occasional appetizer too.

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      April 08, 2015 at 9:18 am

      Thank you! Yes, you can absolutely freeze these. Just be sure to place parchment paper or wax paper between layers if you're stacking them so they don't stick together as they freeze. Then, up your steaming time by a minute or two, and you should be set!

      Reply
  3. Erin says

    November 21, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    5 stars
    Finally had a chance to make these and they were amazing. We made them for a dinner party and my non-vegan parents were super excited to make them again on their own!

    Reply
  4. Renee says

    April 21, 2020 at 8:10 am

    I have a question . In your shiitake and oyster mushroom dumpling recipe, could you please give some measurements for the chili garlic sauce for dipping? I have not been able to perfect it I also did something that may sound unusual but is tasty and the kids will eat them. I added some broccoli slaw mix just before filling (but after cooking). Just stir some in and and follow recipe as written. It adds a little crunch, still vegetarian. Thanks so much for the recipe

    Reply
    • Ashley says

      April 21, 2020 at 5:02 pm

      Hi, Renee! I will take measurements the next time I make it and will update the recipe. I've been eyeballing it so long it's become a bit of an intuitive process of adding a little more of this, a little more of that. I'd guess I probably do somewhere around 1 part sriracha to 3 parts Tamari to 4 to 5 parts vinegar, because I prefer a very tangy sauce to brighten the earthiness of the dumplings. Sometimes I add a tiny splash of pure maple syrup to cut it and soften a bit, too. Also, wonderful to know about the broccoli slaw. Sounds like a delicious addition and one that I'll be trying!

      Reply

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