Gluten-Free Prawn Dumplings

Delight in the irresistible flavors of these Gluten-Free Prawn Dumplings, a perfect harmony of tender, juicy prawn filling wrapped in a delicate homemade gluten-free dough. Crafted with a blend of all-purpose gluten-free flour and tapioca starch, these dumplings feature a luscious filling of finely chopped prawns, fragrant green onions, ginger, sesame oil, and gluten-free soy sauce for a burst of umami in every bite. The recipe walks you through crafting the perfect dough, shaping the dumplings with ease, and using a pan-fry-and-steam technique that gives the wrappers a crispy golden base and soft, chewy texture. Ready in under an hour, these dumplings are ideal for weeknight dinners, savory appetizers, or an indulgent snack, all while being completely gluten-free. Serve them fresh from the pan with a dipping sauce for a restaurant-worthy experience at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams prawns, peeled and deveined
• 200 grams gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 50 grams tapioca starch
• 150 milliliters boiling water
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon gluten-free soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the prawns or processing them in a food processor until you get a coarse texture. Put the chopped prawns into a mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped green onions, grated ginger, gluten-free soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper to the prawn mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour and tapioca starch.

Step 4

Slowly pour the boiling water into the flour mixture while stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon until a dough begins to form.

Step 5

Once the dough has cooled slightly and is safe to handle, knead it into a smooth and elastic dough. This should take about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Divide the dough into small balls, about 15 grams each, and roll each into rounds of about 3 inches in diameter. Use a rolling pin for the best results, and ensure the edges are thinner than the center.

Step 7

Place a small spoonful of the prawn filling onto the center of each dough wrapper. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal. You can pleat the edges for a more traditional look.

Step 8

Heat the cooking oil in a large, non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

Step 9

Arrange the dumplings in the pan and fry for about 2 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 10

Add a few tablespoons of water to the pan and immediately cover with a lid. Steam the dumplings until they are cooked through and the water has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 11

Remove from the pan and serve hot with additional gluten-free soy sauce for dipping if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	742.3 grams (742.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1552

Total Fat 45.30g	58%
Saturated Fat 6.60g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 473mg	158%
Sodium 2387mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 224.70g	82%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 3.00g
Protein 66.50g	133%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 136mg	10%
Iron 3mg	19%
Potassium 797mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.9%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 57.2%