Trader Joe’s Soup Dumplings Recipe

This Trader Joe’s Soup Dumplings recipe is a savory and authentic treat, which is made with a rich pork filling and a flavorful broth gelatin. It’s a rewarding cooking project, perfect for a special occasion.

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Trader Joe’s Soup Dumplings Ingredients

Broth

• 1 1/4 cups chicken bone broth
• 2 Tbsp. Chinese light soy sauce
• 1 (2″) piece ginger, sliced
• 5 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 (1/4-oz.) package gelatin

Wrappers

• 4 cups (480 g.) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 1/4 cups hot water

Pork Filling & Assembly

• 1 lb. ground pork
• 3 scallions, sliced
• 2 Tbsp. Chinese light soy sauce
• 2 Tbsp. Shaoxing rice wine
• 2 tsp. grated garlic
• 1 tsp. finely grated peeled ginger
• 1/4 tsp. ground white pepper
• 1/2 tsp. kosher salt (optional)
• 1 head of Napa cabbage
• Chinese black vinegar and chili oil, for dipping

How To Make Trader Joe’s Soup Dumplings

1. Make the gelatin broth: In a medium pot, simmer the chicken bone broth, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for about 10 minutes until it reduces to about 1 cup. Strain the broth, discarding the solids. Whisk in the gelatin until it dissolves. Pour this mixture into a shallow pan and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, until firm.
2. Prepare the dough: In a stand mixer with a dough hook (or by hand), mix the flour and hot water for 5 to 10 minutes until a soft, smooth dough forms. Wrap the dough in a damp cloth and let it rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
3. Create the pork filling: In a food processor, pulse the ground pork, scallions, soy sauce, rice wine, garlic, ginger, pepper, and optional salt until mostly smooth.
4. Assemble the dumplings: Break up the chilled broth gelatin with a spatula and gently fold it into the pork mixture. Roll the rested dough very thin and cut it into 4-inch rounds. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of each wrapper. Carefully enclose the filling, crimping the edges into pleats and leaving a small hole in the center.
5. Steam and serve: Line a bamboo steamer with Napa cabbage leaves. Arrange the dumplings inside, cover, and steam over simmering water for 10 to 13 minutes, until they are plump and slightly translucent. Serve immediately with Chinese black vinegar and chili oil for dipping.

Recipe Tips

• How does the soup get inside the dumpling? The secret is the gelatin-set broth. It’s solid when you mix it into the pork filling, but as the dumpling steams, the gelatin melts back into a delicious, soupy broth.
• Can I make these ahead of time? Yes. You can assemble the uncooked dumplings and freeze them. Place them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet to freeze solid, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag. You can steam them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
• What if I don’t have a bamboo steamer? You can use a regular metal steamer basket. Just be sure to line it with Napa cabbage leaves or parchment paper to prevent the dumplings from sticking.
• Can I use store-bought wrappers? While homemade wrappers will give you the best texture, you can use store-bought round dumpling or gyoza wrappers as a great time-saving shortcut.

What To Serve With Soup Dumplings

These are a classic dim sum dish and are a perfect appetizer or light meal.

• The traditional dipping sauce of Chinese black vinegar with a little chili oil
• A side of steamed bok choy or edamame
• A simple, refreshing cucumber salad

How To Store Soup Dumplings

• Refrigerate: Cooked soup dumplings are best eaten immediately. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat them by steaming for a few minutes.
• Freeze: It is best to freeze the dumplings uncooked, as described in the tips section.

Soup Dumplings Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size: 4-5 dumplings
• Calories: 350 kcal
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 18g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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