Whether you cook up frozen dumplings or prepare your own (check out my easy-to-follow dumpling recipe), here are some delicious recipes to serve with Chinese dumplings and potstickers.
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Chinese dumplings (Potstickers) are undoubtedly the most well-known Chinese food in the world.
You can make them with different fillings: vegetarian, with meat and even vegan.
Even in the way of cooking them the options are the most varied: steamed, boiled, pan-fried dumplings, air-fried dumplings and so on.
What are Dumplings?
Dumpling is a special and very important dish within the culture of Chinese cuisine.
We also find Dumplings in many other Asian cuisines such as Japanese and Korean.
Even in Russia they make dumplings, but with completely different shapes and flavors.
Chinese Dumplings are a very important traditional food for Chinese families all over the world.
Most Chinese families get together to celebrate great occasions such as Lunar New Year, festivities and other special occasions.
In all these cases they celebrate by preparing dumplings.
In addition to bringing good fortune, it also seems to bring wealth, as the shape of the Dumpling closely resembles that of a Chinese gold or silver ingot.
In China there has always been a custom of serving them for the Chinese New Year just before midnight to precisely wish good luck and wealth.
FAQ’s
How To Make Homemade Dumplings (potstickers)
Making delicious dumplings at home is easier than you think!
You can make the dough at home, or you can buy ready-made dumpling wrappers at any Asian grocery store for a quick way to make it!
The next step is to prepare the dumpling filling, where you can indulge, from vegetarian to vegan but also with ground pork or chicken.
Are dumplings Chinese or Japanese?
The dumpling, more commonly known as the pot sticker, originated in China.
How can you tell when dumplings are done?
A simple way to tell when your dumplings are done is to use a toothpick.
Stick the toothpick through the dumpling and pull it straight out.
If the toothpick comes out clean, they’re cooked.
What To Serve With Dumplings: 40+ Asian Dishes
Cabbage Stir Fry Recipe With Garlic, Ginger And Soy Sauce
Sometimes the simplest things are the best. Stir-fried cabbage with garlic.
This crunchy side dish is full of flavor.
Thai Green Curry
This curry is perfect to serve with dumplings, it was my go-to dinner when I lived in Thailand.
Rice Porridge Recipe With Flavorful Pork Meatballs That You'll Want To Try
This tasty Thai rice porridge is flavored with ginger, soy sauce and spring onions, then topped with super flavorful pork meatballs.
It's super easy to make and has an explosion of flavor.
Sizzling Chinese Green Beans
These authentic Chinese green beans in a silky savory brown sauce are surprisingly easy to make and perfect served with dumplings and rice!
Tofu Summer Rolls
These fresh rolls are perfect to serve with dumplings for a light lunch with an Asian flavor.
Chinese Style Baked Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings
The perfect Chinese takeaway side dish that you can make at home, these Baked Salt & Black Pepper Chinese Chicken Wings are delicious!
Taiwanese green onion pancake (Cong you bing)
To make it a street food meal, make this 4-ingredient scallion pancake that is perfect for parties: it can be batch made, frozen, and cooked from frozen in minutes!
Spicy Thai Mango Salad
This fresh-tasting Spicy Thai Mango Salad features unripe green mango, crisp bean sprouts, crunchy carrots, and sweet red peppers. It is an excellent accompaniment to many grilled seafood, chicken, and meat dishes.
Asian Chicken Meatballs
Seasoned with garlic and ginger and coated in an irresistible sweet and spicy sauce, these Asian Chicken Meatballs are a tasty treat.
Chinese Chicken Salad
Full of vibrant flavors and textures, this Chinese Chicken Salad is filling and satisfying!
Steamed Sticky Rice
Serve up your dumplings with the perfect steamed sticky rice and your favorite stir fried veggies.
Pancit Bihon Recipe: Asian Chicken Noodles
Filipino noodle dish super easy to make and perfect to serve with chicken dumplings.
Asian Chicken Noodle Soup
Nothing says comfort food like homemade chicken soup... especially with an Asian touch!
Gobi Manchurian
Gobi Manchurian is an Indo-Chinese starter, It features insanely crispy and crunchy fried cauliflower coated in a sweet, spicy, umami-rich chili sauce with lots of flavor.
Sticky Sesame Shiitake Mushrooms
These mushrooms served with white rice are the perfect main dish to accompany dumplings.
Sesame Chicken
Sesame chicken is stir-fried with a mixture of chopped ginger, red wine vinegar, soy and hoisin sauce, then topped with broccoli and sesame seeds.
Asian Avocado Peanut Coleslaw
This fresh salad is crunchy, sweet, spicy, & amazing. Make this Asian Avocado Coleslaw with Peanuts as the perfect complement to your favorite Chinese dumplings. This recipe is vegan & healthy.
Easy Miso Soup (Japanese Clear Soup)
Miso soup is one of the most nutritious and umami-packed soups out there. Warming, healthy and very quick to make, it makes a perfect savory vegan lunch or side dish.
Japanese Green Beans with Gomae Sesame Sauce
Crunchy green beans in a umami rich sesame sauce are a great side for any asian dish. They're simple to make and very addictive!
Veggie Brown Rice Ramen Stir Fry
Veggie brown rice ramen stir fry is a delicious and quick meal. Loaded with your favorite veggies and a flavorful stir fry sauce, this is on the table in only 25 minutes.
Taiwanese Gua Bao
These savory pork belly buns make with the help of the instant pot are the perfect appetizer to serve with dumplings.
Chinese Hot and Sour Soup
This hot and sour soup is full of flavor and ready in just 15 minutes! It’s the perfect balance of flavors that will complement any Chinese dumplings!
Spicy Szechuan Noodles with Garlic Chili Oil
These spicy chili oil noodles are the perfect companion for dumplings! They’re made with wide ribbon noodles and spicy homemade chili oil!
Chicken Lo Mein
This chicken lo mein makes a fantastic side to dumplings! Add any vegetables you have on hand for this savory stir-fried noodles!
Chinese Broccoli Recipe (Gai Lan)
Perfectly tender-crisp Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan) is made with simple ingredients including fresh garlic and soy sauce and is great as a dish dish for Chinese Dumplings.
Fast And Easy Egg Drop Soup
This delicious Egg Drop Soup is a takeout recipe that you can make in your own kitchen! With a few simple ingredients and tons of flavor, this is sure to be a hit!
Ginger Beef Recipe (Calgary ginger beef)
Enjoy takeout Ginger Beef at home! This easy ginger beef has a delicious sweet and spicy sauce and takes like authentic Calgary Ginger Beef (home of the original ginger beef).
Spicy Hot Chili Oil with Crispy Garlic
This chili crisp recipe packs crispy crunchy bits of garlic and chili peppers to create a spicy chili oil full of rich umami flavor. Perfect with dumplings and egg rolls!
Asian Pineapple Ribs and Ling Ling Bibimbap Beef Fried Rice
Asian Pineapple Ribs are created with a delectable marinade sauce that only calls for a few simple and delicious ingredients.
Shimeji Mushrooms recipe
This delicious and buttery shimeji recipe is the perfect side for your Asian dish.
Snow Peas
Everyone needs to know how to cook Snow Peas. A versatile Asian side dish topped with pine nuts. Crispy and delicious, a 10 minute great side dish everyone will love.
Vegan Sweet and Sour Tofu
This sweet and sour tofu is filling, delicious, and nutrient dense. It’s easy to make and loaded with flavor.
Homemade Vegetarian Tofu Egg Drop Soup
This vegetarian egg drop soup is quick to make and packed with protein and veggies. It's one of the easiest soups to put together for a quick lunch or dinner.
Toyomansi sauce (Calamansi soy sauce)
This tangy and savory sauce is delicious, easy to make and commonly served as dipping sauce for Chinese dumplings in Philippines
Easy XO Sauce
This versatile Chinese XO sauce is packed with umami flavor and is perfect match as a dip for dumplings. This recipe is an easier, no-cook version with canned shrimp and scallops.
Korean Rice Balls
Pop these Korean rice balls in your mouth for a quick afternoon snack, or you can even make them as an appetizer for a party.
Instant Pot Chinese Sticky Rice
Easy to make Traditional Chinese Sticky Rice (Lo Mai Fan with Chinese sausage). You can enjoy this family-favorite flavorful side dish with your Chinese dumplings.
Garlic Bok Choy Recipe
Crisp, fresh, and bursting with loads of unexpected flavor, this Garlic Bok Choy Recipe is guaranteed to be your new favorite Chinese Dumpling side dish.
Ramen Stir Fry
Kids love this easy ramen stir fry as do adults! It is perfect for a fast and easy dish to go with many other Asian sides!
Spicy Cucumber Salad
Spicy Cucumber Salad, spiked with chili crisp and fermented black beans, is a perfect side dish for Chinese dumplings. It's light, refreshing, and full of flavor
Asian Skillet Stir Fry
This Asian Skillet Stir Fry is so much better than takeout as you can add what you like! Plus, it whips up quickly and deliciously.
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