Steamed Vegan Gluten-Free Rice Paper Dumplings Recipe
These Steamed Rice Paper Dumplings are a delicious vegan and gluten-free appetizer featuring a savory filling of tofu, mushrooms, and fresh vegetables wrapped in delicate rice paper and steamed to perfection. Light and flavorful, they make a perfect healthy snack or party dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 dumplings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 7 chestnut mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1 inch fresh ginger, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 spring onions, finely chopped
- 200g extra firm tofu, broken apart
- 1 carrot, finely chopped into cubes
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce (gluten free)
- 1/2 teaspoon MSG
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Dumpling Wrappers
- 12 rice papers
Additional
- Oil for frying (a drizzle)
- Parchment or baking paper for the steamer
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Place a frying pan on medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Add chopped mushrooms, ginger, garlic, spring onions, broken tofu, carrot, gluten-free soy sauce, MSG, and sugar. Fry for about 5 minutes while stirring frequently until everything is softened and well combined.
- Set Filling Aside: Turn off the heat and set the pan aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Rice Papers: Fill a large bowl with warm water. Take one rice paper and dunk it fully into the water so it softens. Shake off excess water and place the rice paper on a clean, dry chopping board.
- Slice Rice Paper: Carefully slice the softened rice paper in half to create two semicircles.
- Fill and Fold Dumplings: Place a spoonful of the prepared filling onto each half of the rice paper. Once the paper feels sticky, bring each corner towards the center to seal into a small parcel. Repeat this process with all rice papers and filling.
- Prepare Steamer: Cut parchment or baking paper into a circle matching the size of your steamer. Poke several small holes to allow steam to circulate. Place the parchment paper inside the steamer.
- Steam Dumplings: Arrange the dumplings gently on the parchment paper, cover with the steamer lid, and steam for 5 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through.
- Serve: Serve your steamed dumplings hot alongside your favorite dipping sauce or chili oil and enjoy!
Notes
- Use warm water to soften rice papers quickly without tearing.
- Ensure the filling is well cooled or warm, but not hot, before wrapping to prevent breaking the rice paper.
- MSG adds umami but can be omitted if preferred or replaced with a small amount of mushroom powder.
- To make this recipe nut-free and allergen-friendly, ensure soy sauce and tofu are suitable for your dietary needs.
- Serve with gluten-free soy sauce, chili oil, or a sweet chili dipping sauce for enhanced flavor.
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