Description
- Incredibly crispy Baked Rice Paper Dumplings: a healthier, golden-brown appetizer filled with a savory mix of mushrooms, tofu, carrots, and aromatics, served with a tangy dipping sauce. A perfect vegan delight.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dumplings:
- 1 lb mixed mushrooms, diced
- 1 lb firm tofu, shredded
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 1 bunch spring onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (plus more for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1–2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)
- 12–14 rice paper sheets
- Sesame seeds (optional) For the Dipping Sauce:
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon chili oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Prepare Sauce: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, dissolve sugar in hot water. Add the rest of the sauce ingredients. Set aside.
- Cook the Filling: In a pan, heat oil and cook mushrooms and tofu until browned.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, mix cooked tofu and mushrooms with carrot, spring onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, vinegar, and cornstarch if using.
- Assemble Dumplings: Soak one sheet of rice paper at a time in warm water until soft. Lay on a damp towel and cut in half. Add filling, fold sides, and roll into a cigar shape.
- Bake: Place on a greased baking sheet. Brush tops with oil. Bake for 10–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy.
- Serve: Serve with dipping sauce. Add sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- Tofu Prep: For the best texture, use firm or extra-firm tofu. Squeeze out excess water before shredding and cooking.
- Rice Paper: Do not over-soak rice paper. It should be pliable but not too soft. Work quickly to prevent it from tearing.
- Filling Doneness: Ensure the filling is completely cool before assembling. Hot filling will tear the delicate rice paper.
- Rolling Technique: A damp kitchen towel helps keep the rice paper from sticking. Roll the dumplings tightly to ensure a crisp finish.
- Sauce Balance: Adjust the amount of chili oil and sugar in the dipping sauce to your personal preference for spice and sweetness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking, Pan-Frying, Rolling
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: ~305 kcal
- Sugar: ~5 g
- Sodium: ~700 mg
- Fat: ~19.5 g
- Saturated Fat: ~2.8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~15 g
- Trans Fat: ~0.05 g
- Carbohydrates: ~20 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Protein: ~13.5 g
- Cholesterol: ~0 mg
Keywords: Rice Paper Dumplings, Baked Dumplings, Tofu Dumplings, Mushroom Dumplings, Vegan Appetizer, Crispy Dumplings, Asian Appetizer, Healthy Dumplings, Dipping Sauce, Easy Appetizer