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Nutritional Values
350kcal
20gProtein
35gCarbs
15gFat
2gFibre
10 piecesServing
* Per serving · 10 pieces. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🫘 Soy
Jiaozi
How to order / say it
Say it
饺子 — [jow-zuh]
Order
Can I have some Jiaozi, please?
Locally
请来一份饺子。
Say locally
Traditional dumplings filled with meat or vegetables.
Why try it?
Beijing Jiaozi are a must-try for any visitor, manifesting the art of Chinese dumpling-making. They bring people together during celebrations and are a staple in Beijing homes.
How it tastes
These dumplings have a chewy dough filled with tender meat or vegetable mixtures, offering a burst of umami, slightly salty and savory with hints of ginger and garlic.
Origin & History — first documented: 200
Jiaozi have been a part of Chinese cuisine since the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD). They became widely popular across China, with Beijing having its own variation appreciated in homes and street markets alike.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g pork
- 🥕 100 g cabbage
- 🥣 30 ml soy sauce
- 🧂 20 g ginger
- 🌾 20 dumpling wrappers
- 🧄 10 g garlic
Method
- 1 Prepare filling by mixing meat, cabbage, soy sauce, and spices.
- 2 Fill dumplings and seal them.
- 3 Boil or pan-fry dumplings until cooked.
- 4 Serve hot with dipping sauce.
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