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Dumplings with Pork and Vegetable Filling – A Delicious and Healthy Recipe for Stay at Home Parents

As a stay at home parent, it is important to have healthy meals that can be made quickly and easily. Dumplings with pork and vegetable filling are a delicious and nutritious meal that can be made in no time. Not only is this dish packed full of flavor, but it is also easy to make and can be adjusted to include any veggies you have on hand. Plus, you can make them ahead of time, freeze them and reheat them when you need a quick meal.

I first discovered dumplings with pork and vegetable filling when I was visiting family in Asia. My aunt had made these delicious little parcels of goodness and I was immediately hooked. I loved the combination of sweet pork mince, crunchy vegetables and the subtle flavor of soy sauce that came through in every bite.

To make dumplings with pork and vegetable filling, you will need:
• 500g minced pork
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1/2 cup of mushrooms, diced
• 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons of sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 packets of wonton wrappers or dumpling wrappers
• 2 tablespoons vegetable or peanut oil for frying
• Salt & pepper to taste

To start, heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrot and mushrooms and cook until they are soft (about 5 minutes). Add the minced pork to the pan and cook until it is cooked through (about 10 minutes). Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger and salt & pepper to taste. Stir everything together until well combined. Take the pan off the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes before assembling the dumplings.

To assemble the dumplings, place a spoonful of the pork mixture onto each wrapper. Fold the wrapper up into a triangle shape (or whatever shape you prefer) so that it seals around the filling. Make sure to press down firmly around all four edges so that it doesn’t open up when frying. Repeat this step until all of the wrappers are filled.

Once your dumplings are assembled, heat the remaining oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Place as many dumplings as you can fit into the pan without overcrowding them (I usually do about 6-8 at a time) and fry for 3-4 minutes or until they are golden brown on each side. Once they are cooked through, remove them from the pan using a slotted spoon or spatula – this will help keep them crisp! Serve your dumplings hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.

Dumplings with pork and vegetable filling make an easy meal that can be enjoyed by stay at home parents anytime they need something quick yet delicious! Not only do these dumplings taste amazing but they also provide plenty of nutrition that will help keep your little ones energized throughout their day. Plus, if you make them ahead of time and freeze them you can have a quick meal ready in no time!