Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings

Step 1

Prepare the coleslaw and shiitake in a bowl and the ginger, garlic, and scallions in another bow.

Step 2

Preheat a large saute pan over medium until it feels warm, add 1.5 tbsp oil. Saute the garlic, ginger, and scallions with a pinch of salt until fragrant, about 10 seconds.

Step 3

Add the coleslaw mix with shiitake. Season with ¼ tsp salt, coconut aminos, and sesame oil. Saute until the vegetables sweat a bit but not mushy and still crisp, about 3 minutes. Keep the vegetables crispy and not watery. Set them aside to cool to room temperature before wrapping.

Step 4

Dip the rice paper in a bowl of cold water for a few seconds on all sides until they turn pliable but not too soft so it gives you time to work. Lightly moisten your work surface (e.g. a big cutting board) so that the rice paper sheets won’t stick to the surface.

Step 5

Add a little more than 1 tablespoon of the filling to the center of the rice paper sheet. Fold the dumpling by bringing the bottom-half up to cover the filling, bring the left-side up and over to the center, and right-side up and over to the center. Roll the dumpling from bottom-up (away from you) to make an envelope-shape. For reference, I use 1 rice paper sheet but you can use 2 sheets. See notes.

Step 6

If you use a tray or big plate to hold the dumplings, brush the tray with a thin layer of oil so they won’t stick to the bottom. And lightly cover the dumplings with a damp paper towel as you work through the batch.

Step 7

Preheat a ceramic or non-stick large skillet over medium heat, until it feels warm. Add 1.5 tbsp oil. Pan fry the dumplings in 2 separate batches so they won’t stick together and are easier to flip. Pan fry the first side for 3 minutes and flip side for an additional 3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat the process for the second batch, add more oil, if needed.

Step 8

Grease the basket well with avocado oil. Leave some space between each dumpling. Spray more oil on top of each dumpling. 380F (193C) for 12-15 minutes. Flip after 6 minutes.

Step 9

Serve them right away with dumpling dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy them fresh and hot for the most crispy dumplings!