When these came out of the oven, we accidentally ate five of them before we even made dinner!
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Fried shrimp and chives in a rice paper dumpling wrapper – what a delicious treat! Inspired by classic Asian dishes, these dumplings are a tasty departure from the usual. Imagine: delicately sweet shrimp accompanied by fresh chives, wrapped in a delicate rice paper wrapper that crisps up perfectly when fried. Those looking for something familiar yet out of the ordinary will find the dish to suit them, as will finger food fans. This dish will please everyone, from toddlers to adults, because it’s fun to eat with your hands and inspires interesting conversation. Then get in the kitchen together and let’s use this dinner to create beautiful memories as a family!
You can use these dumplings for anything, my loves! For an extra spicy kick, I recommend serving them with a sweet chili or soy dipping sauce. For an extra flavor boost, serve with steamed vegetables or a light cucumber salad. For a heartier dinner, add some piping hot jasmine rice or a quick stir-fried noodle dish. Your creativity is limitless for what you can accomplish!
Shrimp and Chive Dumplings in a Baking Dish
Twenty 6-inch diameter rice paper wrappers
– 1 pound cooked shrimp, roughly diced – 1/4 cup chopped chives – 2 garlic cloves, minced
– Soy sauce, 1 tablespoon
– Sesame oil, 1 teaspoon
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
You can use olive oil or nonstick cooking spray for greasing.
– tamarind sauce (if desired)
What to do
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What to do
1. Lightly spray or grease a baking sheet and set the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).
Finely chop the shrimp and toss with chives, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper in a bowl. Stir until combined.
3. Gently dip a rice paper wrapper in warm water for about ten to fifteen seconds, or until it becomes slightly pliable—but not too soft. – before using. Place on a damp, clean dish towel.
4. Place about a spoonful of the shrimp filling in the bottom of the rice paper, making sure to leave enough room around the edges and bottom.
5. Spread the mixture evenly over the wrapper, then roll it up tightly, like a small burrito.
6. Place the dumplings seam-side down on the preheated baking sheet. Continue with the remaining filling and wrappers.
7. Spray the dumplings with cooking spray or brush lightly with olive oil. This will help you get a nice oven fire!
Place the dumplings in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Towards the end of the baking time, be careful not to overbake the cookies and destroy their delicate texture.
9. Remove from the oven, place on a rack to cool, and after a few minutes, garnish with the dipping sauce of your choice.
Tips and Variations: If you’re looking for a vegetarian alternative, replace the shrimp with finely grated tofu or a combination of your favorite vegetables, such as cabbage and shiitake mushrooms.
– A If your kids don’t like chives, you can also simply replace them with scallions, which are milder, or use finely chopped spinach, which is also a delicious green alternative.
– A For a delicious combination of sweet, sour and salty flavors, try this great dipping sauce recipe: Combine a touch of honey with soy sauce and a squeeze of lime.
– A To save time, you can use pre-cooked shrimp or grated carrots from the supermarket.
– A Handling the rice sheets individually and moistening them briefly with a cloth can help prevent them from sticking or tearing.
– A Finally, get the whole family involved in making these dumplings! When the little ones join in on the rolling and dipping fun, there’s something for everyone at dinner.