Rice Paper Dumplings with Crispy Pan-Fried Filling and Delicious Dipping Sauce Recipe
Delicious and crispy rice paper dumplings filled with a savory mixture of ground chicken, garlic, ginger, and spring onions. These pan-fried dumplings are easy to make and perfect as an appetizer or snack, served with a tangy and flavorful dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 dumplings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 250 grams Chicken minced (Ground chicken)
- 1 tbsp Garlic (Grated or paste)
- 2 tsp Ginger (Grated or paste)
- 3–4 Spring onions (Finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce (Regular or light soy sauce)
- 1 tbsp Oyster sauce (Or hoisin sauce)
- 2 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 tsp Cornstarch
- ¼ tsp Salt (or salt to taste)
- ¼ tsp White pepper (or black pepper to taste)
Wrappers
- 12–15 sheets Rice Paper (Vietnamese rice paper)
Dipping Sauce
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce (Regular or light soy)
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar (Or lemon juice)
- 1 tsp Sugar (Or honey)
- 1 tsp Chilli oil (Optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fillings: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken with grated garlic, ginger, finely chopped spring onions, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Set aside while preparing the rice paper wrappers.
- Fold the Dumplings: Dip one rice paper sheet into water briefly for just a few seconds to soften slightly—avoid soaking too long to prevent tearing. Place the softened sheet on a clean cutting board, add a spoonful of the filling in the center. Fold the sides in first, then fold the top and bottom edges over to form a neat rectangle or square. For extra sturdiness, you may double-wrap the dumplings.
- Pan Fry: Heat a nonstick pan over medium heat and add a small amount of oil. Place the folded dumplings in the pan and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until they are crispy and golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels if desired.
- Make Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar (or lemon juice), sugar (or honey), and optional chili oil. Stir well until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed to balance salty, sweet, and spicy flavors.
- Serve: Arrange the crispy dumplings on a plate and serve warm with the prepared dipping sauce alongside for an irresistible appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Do not soak rice paper for too long or it will tear when folding.
- Double wrapping with two layers of rice paper can help make dumplings sturdier.
- Adjust seasoning of the filling and dipping sauce to your taste preference.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with finely chopped mushrooms or tofu.
- Serve immediately after frying for best crispiness.
Keywords: Rice Paper Dumplings, Vietnamese Dumplings, Pan Fried Dumplings, Chicken Dumplings, Appetizer, Snack
