Rice dumplings with vegetables

Name: Rice dumplings with vegetables
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Rice dumplings fresh 10.6 oz; Zucchini 1 ¾ cup; Carrots 0.8 cup; Fresh scallion 1; Dried mushrooms shiitake 0.3 oz; Soy sauce light 2 spoonfuls; Soy sauce dark 1 tsp; Peanut seed oil (or sunflower) to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Lactose Free
Vegetarian
Vegan

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Serving: 2
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Chef Mulan

Rice gnocchi is, honestly, a bit of a hidden gem in Chinese cuisine. For real, it's quite the surprise for anyone who's used to the Italian version. Unlike those traditional potato ones, these are crafted from rice flour, giving them this really chewy and springy texture. Super fun, right? You'll often spot these in Chinese restaurants, stir-fried with fresh veggies—like zucchini, carrots, and scallions. And the sauce? It's awesome. This combo of tender veggies and gnocchi makes for a dish that's both filling and light.

Plus, here's the thing—dried shiitake mushrooms are added in—bringing a deep, earthy flavor you won’t find in other gnocchi. There's this moist feel to the whole thing, because the gnocchi just soak up all the sauce and veggie juices in the wok. Really, really delicious.

In China, vegetable gnocchi like this is super versatile. Sometimes they pair it with seafood like mussels or toss in cherry tomatoes for a sweet pop. Oh, and did I mention? These rice flour versions are naturally gluten-free gnocchi, so they are great for different diets. The wok cooking? Keeps everything crisp, never soggy.

There are so many regional dishes like soy sauce spaghetti, Cantonese fried rice, and zongzi that highlight the creativity of Chinese cuisine. And this vegetarian gnocchi fits right in. Home cooks—here’s the deal—can try different veggies or mix things up, so it’s never boring. Whether you’re after a healthy gnocchi or just an easy gnocchi recipe that’s a bit different, this Chinese-style dish is what you need. Fresh, colorful and packed with flavor in every bite. Perfect for anyone eager to explore the world of rice gnocchi and get a taste of authentic Chinese cooking. Seriously, can't go wrong.

How to prepare Rice dumplings with vegetables

To make the rice dumplings with vegetables, first cover the dried mushrooms with warm water 1 and let them soak for about 20 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the other vegetables: cut the zucchini obliquely into rather thick slices 2, then cut them into strips 3.

Do the same with the carrots: after peeling them, cut them first into slices 4 and then into strips 5. Also, slice the white part of the spring onions 6.

Thinly slice the spring onion stalk 7. Finally, drain the mushrooms, remove the stalk 8, and cut the upper part into strips 9.

Rinse the rice dumplings under running water 10. Meanwhile, bring some water to a boil in a wok, then add a drop of oil to prevent them from sticking together. Cook the dumplings in the boiling water 11 and drain them after one minute 12.

In the same wok, heat a swirl of oil 13 and sauté the white part of the spring onion for a minute 14, then add the drained mushrooms 15.

Add the carrots 16 and sauté for another minute. Add the zucchini 17 and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Finally, add the dumplings 18.

Season with salt 19 and pepper, then flavor with light and dark soy sauce 20. Mix and briefly sauté everything 21.

Finish with a drizzle of seed oil for shine 22 and garnish the plates with the green part of the spring onion 23. Your rice dumplings with vegetables are ready to be served 34!

Storage

It is recommended to consume the rice dumplings with vegetables immediately after preparation.

Advice

Rice dumplings can be purchased at ethnic grocery stores.

We used fresh dumplings; if you find the dried ones, remember to soak them overnight first.

It is important that the vegetables are cut to the same size as the dumplings, to enhance the dish's flavor.

The dark soy sauce is used to color the dish, while the light one gives the flavor!

CHEF MULAN: AUTHENTIC TRADITION

Chef Mulan from Mulan Group, the Zhang family's company that has been operating in Chinese gastronomy for over twenty years: iconic dishes and many delicacies made as they would be at home. This is what makes them unique: an artisanal production that combines the genuineness of a homemade meal with the authenticity of tradition. The attention given to manual processing is perceived in the natural taste and quality of the details. From the method of closing Chinese dumplings to the meticulous cooking processes of traditional ingredients, everything is carried out according to ancient oriental culinary art.

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