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Pork dumplings (jiaozi)

Adam LiawChinese Cooking DemystifiedVersions tested by Chinese Cooking Demystified, Adam Liaw

2 creators made pork dumplings (jiaozi). Here's how their versions compare on time, cost per serving at Ontario grocery prices and difficulty, and which ingredients set each one apart.

Cheapest: Chinese Cooking Demystified ~$2.11*/servingQuickest: Chinese Cooking Demystified 45 min

  1. 62score
    Time
    45 min
    Per serving
    ~$2.11*
    You save
    ~$10.89* (84%)
    Difficulty
    Involved
    Health index
    56
    Ingredients
    20

    What’s different

    • water
    • Sichuan peppercorns
    • boiling water
    • napa cabbage
    • five-spice powder
    • chicken bouillon powder
    • cornstarch
    • flour for dusting
    • +4 more

    Full recipe →Watch on YouTube ↗Machine-read

  2. 51score*
    Time
    not stated
    Per serving
    ~$3.68*
    You save
    ~$9.32* (72%)
    Difficulty
    Involved
    Health index
    63
    Ingredients
    15

    What’s different

    • hot water
    • Chinese cabbage
    • garlic
    • sugar
    • white pepper
    • garlic chives
    • black vinegar
    • chili oil
    • +1 more

    Full recipe →Watch on YouTube ↗Machine-read

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Pork dumplings (jiaozi)

What makes Chinese Cooking Demystified's Pork dumplings (jiaozi) recipe and technique special?

Chinese Cooking Demystified's take on Pork dumplings (jiaozi) focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing chinese flavors with an estimated 45 minutes total preparation time. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Pork dumplings (jiaozi) at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Pork dumplings (jiaozi) recipe costs approximately $2.11 CAD per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Pork dumplings (jiaozi) ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Pork dumplings (jiaozi) can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Chinese Cooking Demystified's Pork dumplings (jiaozi)?

This recipe utilizes approximately 20 ingredients across 9 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Pork dumplings (jiaozi)?

The official cooking video by Chinese Cooking Demystified is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.