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Homemade Dumplings in Air Fryer

June 11, 2022
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Homemade dumplings in air fryer are the new way of making dumplings crispy and chewy. Air fryer dumplings are super easy to make, simply put the dumplings in the air fryer, set the time and you’ll get the perfect dumplings in no time. Asian dumplings make an amazing appetizer or snack with spicy and tangy Szechuan flavor dipping sauce.

homemade dumplings in an air fryer

I love the whole process of making homemade dumplings in air fryer. I know if you’re thinkings there’s a lot of hustle but in the end, it’s worth it. No other dumplings are as good as homemade ones. I’ve tried making my Asian dumpling recipe several times before I finally decided to post it on my blog. Here I’ve tried to share all the detailed processes from making the dumpling wrapper (colorful), the dumpling filling, the cooking process, and the homemade dipping sauce. I love making homemade dumplings in an air fryer, especially for my dinner which my whole family enjoys and I love seeing their happy faces.

While nothing can beat the freshly homemade dumplings, frozen dumplings in air fryer are a good alternative too. It is easy to make and gets ready in no time. Frozen dumplings are perfect while you are busy and want to have something fulfilling for your dinner. I’ve shared the recipe for frozen dumplings in air fryer you can check this out too.

What is dumpling dough made of?

Normally the dough is made from all-purpose flour, wheat flour, potato starch, etc. You choose any flour while making the dumpling dough according to your liking. For making dumpling dough from scratch you only need three ingredients flour, salt, and water.

How to prepare dough for dumplings?

Mostly dumpling dough just needs three ingredients flour, salt, and water. The dumpling dough needs a reasonably soft dough that can be rolled out easily but not too soft that is sticky. Here’s the approximate ratio you can take while making the dough. However, you might need some trial and error to find the perfect ratio.

Ratio:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup water

Note: Please be aware that the measurement might differ. So, while adding water start by pouring a small amount of water to make sure the dough doesn’t get too sticky.

How to make colorful dumplings without using food color?

colorful dumplings in air fryer

I’ve made three pieces of dough in different colors. And I haven’t used any artificial food coloring. You just need some colorful fresh vegetables.

White Dough: It’s the regular dough made with all-purpose flour, salt, and water. While making white dough take a mixing bowl to add flour and salt mix them to combine and pour some water and mix them until they form a dough.

Green Dough: The green dough comes from spinach. To extract the color from spinach take boiling water and a bunch of spinach, then blend in a food processor. You can use the green juice extracted from spinach and mix it with the flour and your green dough is ready.

Red Dough: Apply the same method to beetroot. However, you’ll not get a thin juice from the beetroot. You’ll need to use semi-liquid beetroot puree and mix it with the flour to get a strong red color.

Note: After the dough is kneaded place them in a well-oiled bowl, cover them, and let it rest for an hour or so. Till then we’ll start preparing for the dumpling filling.

How can you make homemade dumpling wrappers?

Here comes the most interesting part: the time-consuming part while making homemade dumplings. If your trying to make homemade dumpling wrappers for the first time it might take a quite long time. But when you get used to it you can make them quite easily and fast.
Do not get disheartened if your dumpling wrappers are not perfectly round in shape. Here’s how you make homemade dumpling wrappers:

  1. Sprinkle some flour on the working station and place the dough. Knead them for a while and make a roop with the dough.
  2. Cut it into equal sections and sprinkle the dough with a generous amount of flour.colorful dumplings wrappers in air fryer
  3. Take a piece of dough and cover the rest of them to avoid drying out.
  4. Take a piece of dough, and press them into a small disc with your palm.
  5. With a rolling pin flatten it into a thin disc and your wrapper is ready.colorful dumpling wrapper in air fryer
  6. And your homemade dumpling wrappers are ready.colorful dumplings wrapper in an air fryer

How to make tasty dumpling filling at your home?

Dumpling filling plays an essential role in making delicious dumplings. You can choose any mince according to your liking such as pork, chicken, or beef. I’ve chosen the chicken mince for this recipe. In order to make the filling juicy and tasty make sure that you follow these tips.

  • While choosing the readymade mince try to choose which has fat in it. Or you can choose the fatty part such as chicken thigh then mince it yourself with a food processor.
  • If you don’t want to add animal fat then adding cooking oil is the best alternative. I love adding some vegetable oil to my dumpling filling. However, you can add any oil of your liking.

How to make homemade dumplings in air fryer?

Making homemade dumplings are fascinating. All the process you go through to acquire that delicious dumpling is worth it.

Ingredients for homemade dumplings in air fryer:

Homemade Dumplings in Air Fryer Recipe

  • 500g chicken minced
  • 3 spring onion (finely chopped)
  • 2-3 medium onions (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup cabbage (finely chopped)
  • 3 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • Pinch of turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 chicken stock cube

Instructions for homemade dumplings in air fryer:

  1. Take a large mixing bowl to add all the ingredients and mix them together until well combined.air fryer chicken momo
  2. Let the dumpling filling marinate for an hour.
  3. Take a dumpling wrapper on the working surface, take a spoon of filling, and place it in the center of the wrapper. Lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water using your fingers. Fold the wrapper over the filling and press the edges to seal. Repeat the process with the remaining.
  4. wrapping homemade dumplings in an air fryer
  5. Preheat your air fryer at 195C/380F for 3 minutes.
  6. Spray/brush a generous amount of oil to prevent the dumplings from sticking to the bottom of the basket. Place the dumpling in a single layer and brush some oil over the dumplings so it doesn’t get dry after cooking.air fried homemade chicken momos
  7. Cook the chicken dumplings at 195C/380F for 10 minutes or until the dumplings are golden and cooked through. Toss or flip the dumplings halfway through the cooking process.fresh potstickers in air fryer
  8. Serve your dumplings with the dipping sauce and enjoy.

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Tips for making the best crispy homemade dumplings in air fryer:

  • Don’t skip the preheating process before making any type of food in an air fryer.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket place the dumplings in a single layer. Let the hot air circulate throughout the basket for the best result.
  • Don’t forget to brush the dumpling with the oil for those crispy dumpling skin.
  • Toss/flip the dumplings to ensure they are cooked evenly.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy.

How to make the perfect dumpling sauce?

A good dumpling sauce can make a huge difference. Everyone has their own favorite dipping sauce to have with homemade dumplings in air fryer. However, I’ve come up with a popular Asian dumpling sauce recipe, mostly popular in the countries like Nepal and India.

It’s a tomato and Schwan-based sauce with a tangy and spicy flavor. It is a perfect combination for your crispy, juicy and delicious homemade dumplings. By the way, dumplings are also called Mo Mo in these countries.

Ingredients for dumpling sauce:

homemade dumpling sauce recipe

  • 6-7 medium-size tomatoes
  • 2-3 garlic cloves
  • 3-4 dry red chili
  • 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • ½ teaspoon Schwan powder
  • A chunk of fresh coriander (roughly chopped)
  • ⅓ cup water
  • Salt to taste

Instructions for dumpling sauce:

  1. Thoroughly wash the tomatoes and cut them into four quarters.
  2. Take a saucepan to add tomatoes, garlic cloves, red chili, oil, salt, and water. Cook them on medium heat until there is no water left in the pan and the tomatoes are soft.homemade dumpling sauce recipes
  3. Transfer the tomatoes into the blender and blend them until they turn into a thick puree.
  4. Now put the coriander and Schwan powder and blend them until the coriander gets blended.
  5. Your homemade Asian dumpling sauce is ready to serve.delicious homemade dumpling sauce recipes

You can even try this famous Chinese dumpling sauce with your homemade dumplings in air fryer.

Ingredients for Chinese dumpling sauce:

  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon chile oil

Instructions:

  1. Take a small bowl to combine all the ingredients. Stir them until well combined.
  2. Serve with your dumplings and enjoy.

What to serve with air-fried dumplings?

Homemade dumplings are best when served with homemade dipping sauce. I’ve shared a special Asian dumpling sauce you can try out. It’s Schwan and tomato-based sauce with tangy and spicy flavor. However, here are some of my side dish recommendations you can try with homemade dumplings:

  • Air Fryer Snap Peas
  • Air Fryer Broccoli tots
  • Stir-fried Noodles
  • Green Bean Salad
  • Soup

Can you freeze these homemade dumplings?

Yes, you can freeze both cooked and uncooked homemade dumplings. You must place both the dumplings individually on a tray and let the dumplings cover get hard enough before piling them up. This step will help to avoid the dumpling sticking together.

How to reheat homemade dumplings in air fryer?

Reheat dumplings in air fryer at 195C/380F for 2-3 minutes or until warm.

You can also make steamed dumplings

How long do you steam dumplings?

The cook time differs according to the meat you are using. If you are cooking chicken dumplings it takes about 15 minutes and for pork dumplings, it takes around 20-25 minutes.

juicy steam dumplings

How do you know when dumplings are done steaming?

The dumpling’s skin is shiny when it’s done steaming. Or you can run a toothpick through and if it comes out clean the dumpling is cooked.

How long do I steam frozen dumplings?

Frozen dumplings should be done in about 15-20 minutes.

steam dumplings

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

Can you make dumplings in an air fryer?

Of course, you can make dumplings in an air fryer. The air-fried dumplings are crispy on the outside, and soft and juicy on the inside.

What is another name for dumplings?

Around the world, dumplings have been called by different names. Here are some of them:

  • Wonton, Jiaozi, Xiaolongbao, Dim sum (China)
  • Mandu (Korea)
  • Gyoza (Japan)
  • Momos (Nepal/India)
  • Siomay (Indonesia)
  • Pierogi (Poland) etc

homemade dumplings in an air fryer colorful

Can you put steamed dumplings in an air fryer?

Yes, you can. If you want the dumpling skin to be crispy you can put steamed dumplings in an air fryer and air fry them for 2-3 minutes at 195C/380F.

What is the easiest way to cook dumplings?

Dumplings can be cooked in different ways. It can be steamed, boiled, air-fried, pan-fried, etc. I think homemade dumplings in air fryer are the easiest way of cooking. It only takes 10 minutes to get ready. However, you can cook them according to your liking and comfort.

Can you put water in an air fryer to steam?

Yes, you can add a few tablespoons of water underneath the air fryer basket. But, keep in mind that air fryer is not for steaming. Adding water to the air fryer basket will help to prevent the air fryer from smoking. While cooking food that contains high fat may cause your air fryer to smoke. For detailed information we’ve another great piece of an article, you can check it out here why is my air fryer smoking.

Equipment: Air Fryer

Course: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Prep Time: 1hour 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition Facts, per serving
Calories- 145kcal | Sodium- 280mg | Fat- 5g | Saturated Fat- 2g | Carbohydrates- 25g | Fiber- 2mg | Sugar- 3g | Calcium-21mg | Iron-1mg |

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Juicy Homemade Dumplings in Air Fryer - TopAirFryerRecipes

Homemade dumplings in air fryer are the new way of making dumplings crispy and chewy. Asian dumplings make an amazing appetizer or snack with spicy and tangy Szechuan flavor dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 1 hr 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine Asian
Calories 145 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken minced
  • 3 spring onion (finely chopped)
  • 2-3 medium onions (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup cabbage (finely chopped)
  • 3 tablespoon ginger garlic paste
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • Pinch of turmeric
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 chicken stock cube

Instructions
 

  • Take a large mixing bowl to add all the ingredients and mix them together until well combined.
    air fryer chicken momo
  • Let the dumpling filling marinate for an hour.
  • Take a dumpling wrapper on the working surface, take a spoon of filling, and place it in the center of the wrapper. Lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water using your fingers. Fold the wrapper over the filling and press the edges to seal. Repeat the process with the remaining.
    wrapping homemade dumplings in an air fryer
  • Preheat your air fryer at 195C/380F for 3 minutes.
  • Spray/brush a generous amount of oil to prevent the dumplings from sticking to the bottom of the basket. Place the dumpling in a single layer and brush some oil over the dumplings so it doesn’t get dry after cooking.
    air fried homemade chicken momos
  • Cook the chicken dumplings at 195C/380F for 10 minutes or until the dumplings are golden and cooked through. Toss or flip the dumplings halfway through the cooking process.
    fresh potstickers in air fryer
  • Serve your dumplings with the dipping sauce and enjoy.
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