Crispy Air Fryer Dumplings (Jiaozi)

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Dumplings (Jiaozi)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 250 g of ground pork; 100 g of peeled shrimp; 75 g of napa cabbage (chopped); 2 green onions (chopped); 2 garlic cloves; 1 tbsp of ginger; 1 tbsp of soy sauce; 1 tsp of sesame oil; salt; a pinch of black pepper; 1 package round dumpling wrappers

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Discover a new way to enjoy traditional Chinese dumplings. Thanks to the air fryer, get perfectly golden jiaozi that are crispy on the outside yet tender and juicy inside, without excess frying.

Total time: 35 min
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 15 min
Difficulty: Medium
Per person: €2.50

By the CookinBreak team

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

250kcal

Protein18 g29%
Carbs22 g35%
Fat10 g36%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For even crispier dumplings and even cooking, lightly spray the dumplings with oil before putting them in the air fryer. Don't overcrowd the basket so the hot air can circulate properly.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Raw on a tray, then in zip bags for up to 3 months. Cooked, up to 2 months.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 2-3 days max in an airtight container in the fridge.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The filling or the raw dumplings keep 24h in the fridge, well covered.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Ideally 5-7min in a steamer. Microwave is possible but softens the wrapper. Can be pan-fried for a crispy side.

Variations

Serve with a dipping sauce made with soy sauce and rice vinegar.
Serve with a chili sauce to your liking.
Replace the perforated parchment paper with a light coat of oil in the basket.

Mistakes to avoid

Forgetting to moisten the edges: the dumplings wouldn't seal properly.
Overcrowding the basket: arrange them in a single layer.
Not flipping them halfway through: they brown unevenly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make the jiaozi filling?

In a large bowl, mix the ground pork, chopped shrimp, napa cabbage, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt and pepper until you have an even filling.

How do you seal the dumplings?

Place about one teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper, brush the edges with water, fold the dough into a half-circle and pinch the edges to seal the dumplings well.

How long do you cook jiaozi in the air fryer?

Preheat the air fryer to 185°C for 3 minutes, then cook the dumplings for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping them halfway through, so they brown evenly on both sides and turn crispy.

What sauce should you serve with the dumplings?

Serve them hot with a dipping sauce made with soy sauce and rice vinegar, or with a chili sauce if you like bold flavors, to contrast with the crispy wrapper.