Smashed Lemongrass Pork Dumplings

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Ingredients

Smashed Dumplings

• 1 lb ground pork
• 1 napa leaf, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp minced ginger
• 2 tbsp minced lemongrass
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• Dash of white pepper
• 25 round dumpling wrappers
• Neutral oil for frying

Dumpling Sauce

• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Chinese black vinegar
• 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp chili crisp

Instructions

1. Make the Filling: In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped napa cabbage, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, green onions, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp sugar, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.
2. Assemble & Smash: Place a round dumpling wrapper on a flat surface and spoon about 1 to 1 1/2 tbsp filling into the center. Smash it down with the back of the spoon or flatten with the palm of your hand. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
3. Pan-Fry: Heat 1 to 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the dumplings meat-side down for about 2 minutes until cooked through, then flip and fry the wrapper-side for another 2 minutes until golden and crispy. Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
4. Make Sauce & Serve: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, 1/2 tsp sugar, and chili crisp until combined. Serve warm as a dipping sauce on the side.