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Air Fryer Crispy Cabbage Dumpling Bites
These Air Fryer Crispy Cabbage Dumpling Bites turn cabbage, scallions, ginger, and dumpling wrappers into a crunchy Pinterest-ready snack with chili crisp dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 24 round dumpling wrappers
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Olive oil spray
- Chili crisp and sesame seeds, for serving
Instructions
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Toss cabbage, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl. Let stand 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess liquid.
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Place 1 heaping teaspoon filling in each wrapper. Brush the edge with cornstarch slurry, fold, and pinch closed.
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Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 4 minutes.
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Mist the dumpling bites with olive oil spray and arrange in a single layer.
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Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until blistered and crisp.
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Serve hot with chili crisp, sesame seeds, and extra scallions.
Recipe guidance
Crispiness Control
Squeeze the cabbage filling well so the wrappers do not steam from the inside. A light oil mist helps the pleats blister without making the bites greasy.
Doneness Cues
The wrappers should be golden in spots and firm at the edges. If the centers still feel soft, add 1 to 2 minutes and check again.
Reheat In The Air Fryer
Reheat at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes. Serve with fresh sauce because the wrappers soften in the refrigerator.
Substitutions
Use napa cabbage instead of green cabbage for a softer filling. Swap dumpling wrappers for wonton wrappers and fold into triangles if that is what you have. Tamari works in place of soy sauce, and a mild sesame-soy dip can replace chili crisp.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F until crisp and hot.
FAQ
- Can I make these ahead?
- Yes. Fill and fold them a few hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate until air frying.
- Can I freeze cabbage dumpling bites?
- Freeze uncooked bites on a tray, then bag them. Air fry from frozen and add 3 to 4 minutes.
- Why did my dumplings split?
- The filling was likely too wet or the wrapper edge was not sealed firmly.
- Can I add protein?
- Yes. Add cooked crumbled tofu, chicken, or shrimp, but keep the filling dry and finely chopped.
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