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Lucky Money Bag Dumplings – A Fortunate Vegan Delight


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  • Author: Raven
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Lucky Money Bag Dumplings are a vegan-friendly dishmade from Napa cabbage leaves stuffed with a flavorful filling of OmniPork,water chestnuts, celery, and seasonings. Shaped like money bags and tied withcilantro stems, these delightful dumplings are a fun and festive way to enjoy ameal with symbolic meaning.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 20 Napa cabbage leaves (green part only)
  • 20 cilantro stems (for tying the dumplings)
  • 2 packages of vegan ground pork (such as OmniPork Ground)
  • 1 celery stalk (finely chopped)
  • 5 fresh water chestnuts (finely chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped carrot
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon vegan oyster sauce (plus more for sauce)
  • ⅛ teaspoon of salt (additional salt for blanching as needed)
  • A few slices of ginger (plus more to taste)
  • A few shakes of white pepper
  • Sesame oil
  • Cooking oil
  • Water
  • Thin cornstarch slurry (mix 1-2 teaspoons of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water)

Instructions

Prepare the Napa Cabbage Leaves:

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the Napa cabbage leaves for 10-15 seconds until just softened.
  2. Transfer the leaves to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process.
  3. Drain and pat the leaves dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Prepare the Filling:

  1. Heat a little cooking oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add the finely chopped celery, water chestnuts, and carrots, stirring until they are slightly softened (about 2-3 minutes). Set aside to cool.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the vegan ground pork with the cooked vegetables. Season the mixture with light soy sauce, vegan oyster sauce, white pepper, and ginger.
  4. Add a dash of sesame oil for extra flavor and mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Shape the Money Bag Dumplings:

  1. Lay a blanched Napa cabbage leaf on a flat surface.
  2. Gently fold the edges of the cabbage leaf upward to form a pouch around the filling, shaping it like a small money bag.
  3. Use a cilantro stem to tie around the top of the dumpling, securing it closed.
  4. Repeat this process for the remaining cabbage leaves and filling.

Cook the Dumplings:

  1. Heat a bit of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the dumplings and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are slightly golden.
  3. Add a few tablespoons of water to the pan and cover it with a lid to steam the dumplings for another 3-5 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through and the dumplings are tender.

Prepare the Sauce :

  1. In a small bowl, mix more vegan oyster sauce with a little water and cornstarch slurry to create a sauce.
  2. Heat the mixture in a small saucepan over low heat until it thickens slightly.

Serve:

  1. Arrange the Lucky Money Bag Dumplings on a serving platter and drizzle with the prepared sauce. Serve hot, and enjoy this delicious and festive dish!

Notes

  • Storage: Store leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze uncooked dumplings on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag.
  • Reheating: Steam or pan-fry directly from frozen, adding 2–3 minutes to the cooking time.
  • Tip: Use gluten-free soy and oyster sauces to make the dish gluten-free.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian, vegan