Dumplings are the ultimate comfort food. Yet, while the soft pillowy steamed parcels of deliciousness might be a favourite when out, have you learnt how to make homemade dumplings, in your own kitchen?
Yes, that's right. You don't have to go out to experience dumpling heaven, you can just as easily have just as fun making them at home and make an evening of it.
All you need is some simple kit, ingredients and some manual dexterity to crimp those individual parcels ready for steaming.
We have all the starter recipes you need from dumplings three ways to how to make fried dumplings.
How to make Homemade Dumplings
Discover how easy it is to make up one batch of three types of dumplings - pork, shrimp and veg - in this easy video recipe below.
Shanghai Soup Dumplings
Learn how to make Shanghai soup dumplings with the expert team over at Chefsteps.
Crab dumplings
Go all out and create some dumplings for a special occasion with this recipe from chef Anatoly Komm from Moscow, with a delicate crab stuffing.
Dim Sum Dumplings
When you're in need of a quick dumpling fix - try this easy vegetarian recipe - with a cheats tip of using pre-made won ton pastry.
Deep Fried Dumplings
Learn how to cook these crispy deep fried dumplings and you'll never go short of friends.
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