Dumplings

**Dumpling** is a broad class of dishes that consist of pieces of cooked dough (made from a variety of starchy sources), often wrapped around a filling. The dough can be based on bread, wheat or other flours, or potatoes, and it may be filled with meat, fish, tofu, cheese, vegetables, or a combination. Dumplings may be prepared using a variety of cooking methods and are found in many world cuisines.

## Definition

The precise definition of a dumpling is controversial, varying across individuals and cultures. The term emerged in English by the 17th century, where it referred to a small lump of dough cooked by simmering or steaming. The definition has since grown to include filled dumplings, where the dough encloses a sweet or savory filling. Dumplings can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, simmering, and steaming, and occasionally baking or frying; however, some definitions rule out baking and frying in order to exclude items like fritters and other pastries that are generally not regarded as dumplings by most individuals.

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## Jilly Bing Official Recipe

The Jilly Bing recipe was first posted on July 21 2023.

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 teaspoon of salt, and the warm water and mix until well-combined.
2. Roll out dough on a floured surface and knead until smooth.
3. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
4. Roll out 1 piece of dough into a thin log and divide into 6 or 8 pieces, depending on the size of dumplings you want. Repeat with the remaining dough portions.
5. Lightly flour the dough pieces and roll out 1 piece into a thin circle roughly 4-inches (10 cm) in diameter.
6. Keep the dumpling wrappers separated with a small piece of parchment paper and repeat with the remaining dough.
7. Combine the cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a medium bowl and mix until well-incorporated.
8. For the pork filling, combine the ground pork with the remaining teaspoon of salt, the pepper and 1 cup (125g) of the cabbage mixture and stir until well-incorporated.
9. To assemble the dumplings, add roughly 1 heaping tablespoon of filling to the center of a dumpling wrapper. With your finger, lightly coat half of the outside of the wrapper with water. Fold the moistened half of the wrapper over the filling and, using your fingers, pleat the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining fillings and wrappers.
10. Heat the oil over medium high in a large skillet and add a few dumplings, cooking them in batches. Once the bottoms of the dumplings start to brown, add a splash of water and cover with a lid. Steam for about 5 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked and the water has evaporated. Transfer the cooked dumplings to a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess moisture or grease.
11. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and pepper flakes and stir to combine.
12. Serve the dumplings immediately with the dipping sauce and enjoy!

### History

**The ultimate comfort food**
*Dumplings, known for their delectable fillings encased in thin dough, have a long-standing culinary tradition. Their origins can be traced back to ancient China, where they were believed to have been created during the Han Dynasty, around 1800 years ago.*
*Initially called "Jiaozi," dumplings were traditionally made as a means to ward off evil spirits during the winter solstice. Their shape, resembling Chinese currency, symbolized prosperity and good luck for the coming year.*

## Sources

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2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Kindelsperger, Nick. (2017). *What's a dumpling? Trying to define a world of dough balls.* Chicago Tribune. https://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/craving/ct-dumplings-defined-food-0201-20170127-story.html
3. ↑ Ko, Genevieve. (2021, February 1). *Now's the Time for Homemade Dumplings.* The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/01/dining/lunar-new-year-dumplings.html
4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Davidson, Alan. (2014). *The Oxford Companion to Food.* Third Edition. Oxford University Press.
5. ↑ Labensky, Sarah R.; House, Alan M.; Martel, Priscilla. (2019). *On Cooking: A Textbook of Culinary Fundamentals.* Sixth Edition. Pearson.
6. ↑ (2011). *The Professional Chef.* Ninth Edition. John Wiley & Sons.
7. ↑ Official Facebook, 07/28/2023 – Dumplings
8. ↑ Official Instagram, 07/28/2023 - Dumplings