Rice Paper Dumplings Meat Recipe
If you love Asian-inspired food, the Rice Paper Dumplings Meat Recipe is perfect. These dumplings are soft, flavorful and fun to make. They are filled with seasoned meat and wrapped in delicate rice paper.
Ingredients
- 12 –15 rice paper sheets
- 250 g ground pork or beef
- 1 small carrot finely grated
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping
Instructions
Prepare the Filling
- In a large bowl, mix ground meat, grated carrot, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and pepper.
Soften Rice Paper
- Fill a shallow bowl with warm water. Dip each rice paper sheet until soft and pliable.
Place Filling on Rice Paper
- Lay the softened rice paper on a clean surface. Place 1–2 tablespoons of meat mixture in the center.
Fold the Dumpling
- Fold the sides over the filling, then roll tightly from bottom to top to seal completely.
Heat the Pan or Steamer
- Add a little oil to a skillet or prepare a steamer with water. Heat over medium.
Cook the Dumplings
- Place dumplings in skillet or steamer. Cover and cook for 8–10 minutes until meat is fully cooked.
Check Doneness
- Cut one dumpling open to ensure meat is fully cooked and no pink remains.
Serve Dumplings
- Transfer dumplings to a plate. Serve with soy sauce, chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use fresh meat for best flavor and texture.
- Soften rice paper completely to avoid tearing.
- Don’t overfill to make folding easier.
- Cook dumplings gently to prevent sticking.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.