Dumpling Salad – A refreshing, spicy twist on frozen dumplings tossed with crunchy veggies, bold flavors, and an addictive chili oil dressing. Ready in 20 minutes!
Cut all the vegetables to desired shapes. Try to keep the shape and size similar.
In a bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, brown sugar, chili crisp/chili oil, soy sauce, and black vinegar. Whisk to combine, and set aside.
In a large frying pan over medium heat, heat 2 tbsp cooking oil. Place frozen dumplings flat-side down, and space them out evenly. Once crisp on the bottom, add 1/4 cup of water, and immediately close the lid to trap steam and allow the dumplings to steam until the water has evaporated, 4-5 minutes. Transfer the cooked dumplings to a bowl, and set aside.
To a large salad bowl, add the cooked dumplings, along with all of the vegetables. Drizzle with our homemade salad dressing, and finish with toasted sesame seeds.
Gently toss all ingredients to combine and coat evenly. Be careful to avoid puncturing or breaking any of the dumplings.
Garnish with more fresh cilantro/thai basil/mint, and toasted sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Notes
Thaw dumplings slightly if pan-frying for crispier texture.
Cool before mixing – Let dumplings cool a bit so they don’t wilt the veggies.
Minced garlic is raw – If you prefer milder garlic, sauté it briefly in oil.
Great for meal prep – Keep dressing separate and mix just before eating.
Control the heat – Start with 1 tsp chili oil and increase to taste.