Shrimp and Scallop Dumplings Recipe (2024)

By David Tanis

Shrimp and Scallop Dumplings Recipe (1)

Total Time
1 hour, plus 1 hour chilling
Rating
5(454)
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A bowl of Chinese dumplings is always welcome, whether served in broth or, like here, simply dressed with rice vinegar and spicy sesame oil. It’s no trouble at all to chop and season the filling, and store-bought wrappers are easy to stuff and seal. Four minutes in boiling water is all it takes to get these bright-tasting shellfish dumplings on the table.

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Ingredients

Yield:40 dumplings

    For the Dumplings

    • ½pound sea scallops, roughly chopped
    • ½pound shrimp, peeled, cleaned and roughly chopped
    • 1teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
    • 1tablespoon grated ginger
    • cup chopped scallions
    • 1teaspoon toasted sesame oil
    • ½cup chopped cilantro, leaves and tender stems, plus a few sprigs for garnish
    • 1serrano chile, finely chopped
    • 40round dumpling wrappers, 3½-inch diameter

    For the Dipping Sauce

    • ½cup rice vinegar
    • 1teaspoon spicy sesame oil
    • 2scallions, thinly slivered

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Nutritional analysis per serving (40 servings)

105 calories; 1 gram fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 19 grams carbohydrates; 1 gram dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 5 grams protein; 212 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step

    1

    Put chopped scallops and shrimp in a bowl. Add salt, pepper, ginger, scallions, sesame oil, chopped cilantro and serrano chile. Mix well with a wooden spoon, then cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. (Mixture may be prepared up to 1 day ahead.) You should have about 2½ cups filling.

  2. Step

    2

    Working in batches, line up dumpling wrappers on a work surface. Place 2 teaspoons filling in the center of each wrapper. Lightly moisten the edge of each wrapper with water and pinch together to surround filling and form a half-moon. Pleat edges to secure the seal.

  3. Step

    3

    Bring a large low pot of well-salted water to boil over high heat. Meanwhile, make the dipping sauce: Whisk together rice vinegar, spicy sesame oil and slivered scallions in a small serving dish.

  4. Step

    4

    Add 12 dumplings at a time to the pot. When they bob to the surface, simmer 4 minutes, then remove with a slotted spoon or spider. Serve each person 3 or 4 dumplings in a small bowl. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon dipping sauce and garnish with cilantro sprigs.

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Michele

Or use wonton wrappers, which are thinner, and fold accordingly. They boil up as well or better than dumpling wrappers.

Kathleen

I love this recipe and have made it many times. The flavors are very satisfying. I usually halve the recipe, and use only shrimp(my husband is allergic to scallops). Using ready made dumpling wrappers makes this recipe easy to make quickly and is less of a project.

yahooer

For Michelle -I also find round dumpling wraps thicker than we like. I buy egg roll wraps and then cut them into rounds using a glass for a guide. Works like a charm.

angelique

Perhaps you could roll them out and cut in half?

Haeran

store bought dumpling wrappers are too thick and strong for the delicate taste of shrimp. I would try a home made wrapper next time.

La Annabanana

I made these twice. The first time I steamed them and the e second time I followed the recipe and boiled and they were way better steamed. Would not boil again.

Jing G

yes. freeze them single layer on a tray until at least the outside is frozen, then you can toss them in a ziplock and store frozen. you should not defrost when you do decide to cook them. just add a couple more minutes to whatever method of cooking you're doing (steaming, boiling, or pan frying).

Laurel

Yummy. Simple.

David

I halved the recipe, and halved the cost by using bay scallops. Next time I will try frying in my wok. Great recipe!

Sam Adams

Great recipe. You can almost double the yeild and boost the flavor by adding about 1.5 cups of fine shredded cabbage. Or add some crunch by adding some water chestnuts. And the dipping sauce is a perfect pairing. Prepared raw dumplings freeze well and for a long time. Just freeze on a tray first, before placing them in a storage bag.

BC Foodie

I liked these and I prepared them pan fried and steamed. I preferred the steamed. I did not care for the sauce that was drizzled over them. It was a bit tart for my taste. I am not sure, but I think a sweeter or saltier sauce would be my preference. They are lovely dumplings though.

Melissa

These were FABULOUS. I used Genevieve Ko’s recipe for dumpling wrapper (super simple) but followed this filling recipe to the letter, except I added an extra Serrano pepper and doubled the ginger. Absolutely delicious.

Janet

When making dumpling skins it is made with just flour and water.Where as wonton skins are made with flour, water and one egg.

Cal

Delicious recipe, the spice of the chili really adds a nice zing to it. I used homemade dumpling wrappers and boiled, will try steaming or pan frying next time. I will also chop the shellfish until they are smaller, roughly chopped led to a few burst dumplings. Cant wait to make again!

Marie

Delicious!! Didn't use scallops - only shrimp. This is very similar to Bittman's shu mai! Also steamed the dumplings and they were soft and lovely!! The chunks of shrimp were an amazing bite! Added some soy to the dipping sauce, sambaal olek (didn't have spicy sesame oil) and a squeeze of lime. Served with a side of sauteed bok choy. Will make again and again!

La Annabanana

I made these twice. The first time I steamed them and the e second time I followed the recipe and boiled and they were way better steamed. Would not boil again.

Valerie

I subbed fresh chopped salmon for the seafood and put them in ramen soup. Used wonton wrappers from hmart. I’ll freeze the rest (thanks for comment tips on doing that). Delicious and simple!

Renee

We pan-fried ours. Incredibly delicious. Will definitely make these again!

Laurel

Just to make the filling go a bit further, I sweated half a small cabbage, and added that shredded after draining of moisture. I also added a few minced sh*take mushrooms. Definitely steam these instead of boiling, particularly if you use thinner wrappers like shu mai or wonton wrappers.

Bruce Ulanet

I used wonton wrappers and was quite pleased. Next time I'm going to add a bit of lime juice to accent the cilantro. They were awesome, but you can make them with anything, really

Justine

I made these for the lunar new year with shrimp and a frozen lobster tail instead of scallops. I used Hong Kong style dumpling wrappers and followed a YouTube video to learn to fold them as this was a first for me. I steamed them instead of boiling them and it was fabulous. A great recipe that I will make again.

Justine

Has anyone tried to steam these instead of boiling them?Thank you!

Misha

Really very good and simple recipe. I pulsed the shrimp and scallops in a food processor rather than chopping them. I also added some soy sauce to the mix before wrapping them. Don't let the dumplings stay in the pot once cooked. They will get soggy and begin to fall apart.

Mardi

I am going to try and steam the dumplings the next time. I think poaching them made them to watery. I spiced up the sauce by adding some soy and chili oil.

Sam Adams

Great recipe. You can almost double the yeild and boost the flavor by adding about 1.5 cups of fine shredded cabbage. Or add some crunch by adding some water chestnuts. And the dipping sauce is a perfect pairing. Prepared raw dumplings freeze well and for a long time. Just freeze on a tray first, before placing them in a storage bag.

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FAQs

How to make dumplings more juicy? ›

Hand-mincing meat and adding more pork belly results in the juiciest dumplings. Traditionally, some Chinese cuisine uses hand minced meat for their dishes. For example, lots of dim sum items like siu mai, pork buns, beef meatball, and more use hand minced meat to control the texture and fat content of the dish!

What are Caribbean dumplings made of? ›

The dumplings are typically made of all-purpose flour, though sometimes cornmeal is added. Shaping them is a fun and quick project that kids can take part in too. Spinners are most often cooked in soups and stews, including this Caribbean beef soup recipe. You can also boil and eat them as a side dish.

What is shrimp dumplings made of? ›

In a large bowl, combine shrimp, pork, cabbage, green onions, ginger, sesame oil, mirin, salt and pepper, to taste. To assemble the dumplings, place wrappers on a work surface. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the shrimp mixture into the center of each wrapper. Using your finger, rub the edges of the wrappers with water.

What are pan seared dumplings called? ›

The name jiaozi refers to this type of dumpling generically, although jiaozi might be referred to as shui jiao, if boiled; zheng jiao, if steamed; and guo tie or jian jiao, if pan-fried. These last are what are commonly known as potstickers.

What is the secret to perfect dumplings? ›

Don't Overwork the Dumpling Dough

First, mix the dumpling ingredients just until the dough comes together. You'll whisk together the dry ingredients, then add melted butter and heavy cream. Stir everything together until the wet and dry ingredients are combined and you don't see any more dry flour.

Why are my dumplings dense and not fluffy? ›

Overworking the mixture, thus having heavy dumplings is a common mistake people make. Dumplings need very gentle handling, so mix only until the ingredients are just combined, and if your recipe involves rolling them out with extra flour, avoid using too much.

How long should dumplings boil? ›

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook dumplings in batches of about eight until they are cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the dumplings to a serving platter. Serve warm with the dipping sauce.

What are Southern dumplings made of? ›

Dumplings: In a large bowl, mix flour, salt, baking powder and shortening with a fork. Add egg and 1/2 cup milk; mix to form dough. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on floured surface. Cut into four-inch strips with sharp knife.

What to serve with shrimp dumplings? ›

The best side dishes to serve with Asian dumplings (East Asia) are ramen, tomato and egg stir fry, fried greens, chilli miso steamed aubergine, pork belly fried rice, cucumber salad (Oi Muchim), tahini miso noodles, and claypot tofu.

How do you know when shrimp dumplings are cooked? ›

  1. no need to thaw frozen dumplings.
  2. Just add them to your pot of boiling water and once they start floating, add 1 cup of cold water to slow them down.
  3. Bring the water back to a boil and as soon as they start floating to the top, add another cup of cold water.
  4. Again, when they start to float they should be done.
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Are traditional dumplings steamed or fried? ›

The steaming process is what creates the shiny-looking soft exterior! Steaming is the traditional way of preparing dumplings and has never gone out of style. Many people around the world are loyal to this method of cooking and prefer it over pan-fried dumplings.

What is the difference between pan-fried dumplings and potstickers? ›

Potstickers are a type of dumpling that is pan-fried on one side, giving it a crispy texture. They are typically filled with meat and vegetables and served with a dipping sauce. Dumplings, on the other hand, can be boiled, steamed, or pan-fried and are usually filled with meat or vegetables.

What to eat with dumplings? ›

The best side dishes to serve with dumplings are chicken noodle soup, beef and broccoli, ramen, bok choy, egg roll in a bowl, orange chicken, Chinese curry sauce, fried rice, hot and sour soup, kung pao chicken, cucumber salad, bao buns, stir-fried vegetables, sesame noodles, spring rolls, and crispy tofu.

How to keep dumplings from drying out? ›

Once you open the dumplings wrappers and begin the folding process, keep them moistened by placing a kitchen towel over them to prevent them from drying out. If the skins dry out too much, they may split during the cooking process.

How do you fix watery dumplings? ›

How can I thicken stove top chicken and dumplings? You can thicken this dish by adding more flour, or even cornstarch. Create a slurry with either of these ingredients and milk or water, then stir into your broth base until you get your desired consistency.

How do you make dumplings less watery? ›

Use Cornstarch to Thicken Chicken and Dumplings

To give that a little thicker texture we're going to add 1 cup of cool water to 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and stir it up well. Make sure the soup is brought back to a good boil and go ahead and stir in the cornstarch mixture.

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