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crispy rice paper dumplings

Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings (Gluten Free)

These crispy rice paper dumplings are golden, crunchy, and easy to make. Filled with simple vegetables and pan-fried until blistered, they’re naturally gluten free and perfect for dinner, snacks, or sharing with friends.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Dumplings
  • 10 rice paper sheets
  • 1 cup finely chopped green cabbage
  • ½ cup grated carrot
  • 2 green onions finely sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Neutral oil for frying avocado or vegetable oil
Optional for Serving
  • Soy sauce
  • Chili crisp
  • Sweet chili sauce

Method
 

  1. Add cabbage, carrot, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper to a bowl.
  2. Mix well until everything is evenly combined. Set aside.
  3. Fill a wide bowl with warm water. Dip one rice paper sheet for 5–7 seconds until flexible.
  4. Place the softened rice paper on a damp surface.
  5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling into the center.
  6. Fold the bottom up, fold in both sides, then roll tightly into a small packet.
  7. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  8. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to coat the pan.
  9. Place dumplings seam-side down in the pan. Do not overcrowd.
  10. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
  11. Remove from the pan and drain briefly on a paper towel.
  12. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Keep the filling finely chopped so the wrappers don’t tear.
  • Don’t soak rice paper too long or it will become sticky and hard to work with.
  • For extra crunch, double-wrap each dumpling using two rice paper sheets.
  • Reheat leftovers in a pan or air fryer for best texture.