Easy Beef Dumplings

Beef dumplings consist of a ground meat wrapped into a thinly rolled piece of dough, which is then can sealed by pressing the edges together or by crimping . They can be filled with chicken, breadcrumbs and cheese and potatoes. Boiled, fried or stemmed they are delicious!

Ingredients

• 200 g lean mince beef
• 1 teaspoon cornflour
• 2 teaspoons mirin, (optional) (Mirin is a seasoned, rice-based wine often used in Japanese cuisine. It is similar to sake but has a lower alcohol content)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce, (or gluten free Tamari)
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger, grated
• Gyoza wrappers, (or wonton wrappers)

Method

1. Bring a pan of salted water to boil.
2. Combine all ingredients (except gyoza wrappers) in a large bowl. Mix well.
3. Place a teaspoonful of meat mixture at the centre of a wrapper.
4. Lightly moisten the edges with a little water. Fold wrapper over in half and roll up into a finger. Press ends firmly to seal.
5. Place in boiling water and cook for 10 minutes. Drain well and serve.
6. Serve with soy or Tamari sauce

(Source: betterhealth.vic.gov.au)