Smash Dumpling Tacos for Busy Weeknights
Smash Dumpling Tacos are a delicious fusion of crispy tacos and savory dumplings, perfect for busy weeknights. These quick-to-make tacos feature delightful fillings wrapped in tender dumpling wrappers, pan-fried to golden perfection. With fresh herbs and spices, this dish promises an explosion of flavors that will satisfy your cravings and please your family and friends. Enjoy them with customizable sauces and toppings for a fun dining experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (approximately 12 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 dumpling wrappers
- 1 cup ground pork or chicken
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground pork or chicken with garlic, ginger, and green onions until combined.
- Place about one tablespoon of filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Moisten edges with water, fold into half-moons, and pinch to seal.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook dumplings for 3-4 minutes until golden on one side.
- Add water to the skillet and cover to steam for 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce and sesame oil together; drizzle over tacos before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 tacos (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg