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Pork dumplings (jiaozi)

From the video “The key to great dumplings” by Chinese Cooking Demystified. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Chinese Cooking Demystified. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personInvolvedFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
45 min
Serves
~4
est.
Cost
~$2.11*
per serving, Ontario (~4 portions assumed)save ~$10.89* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Involved
Ingredients
20

Ingredients

May contain gluten, soy, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$8.42*for the batch in the video
~$2.11*per serving

You save about ~$10.89* per serving (84% less*) than ordering it out — ~$43.58* for ~4 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario plate of ~10 dumplings, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

6 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 6 predicted from typical costs · not priced: sichuan peppercorns, napa cabbage, five-spice powder, chicken bouillon powder, shaoxing wine

* Estimate, not a quote: 6 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 4 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario plate of ~10 dumplings at ~$13, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving568 kcal · 28% of 2,000
Fat25 g32%
Saturated fat6.8 g34%
Sodium1,435 mg62%
Carbohydrate62 g23%
Fiber3.1 g11%
Total sugars1.4 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein22 g43%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+8 of 20
  • Saturated fat−12 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 13 of 15 ingredient lines (99% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings (estimated: 308 g wrapper flour at ~75 g per serving (about 10 dumplings); model check 4 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: flour for dusting. Not matched to nutrient data: Sichuan peppercorns, five-spice powder. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • cheesecloth
  • cleaver
  • dough scraper
  • rolling pin
  • wok
  • spider strainer

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact number of human servings was not stated (makes approximately 48 dumplings).
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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. Crucial step: Gradually add the aromatics water while mixing until sticky, or filling will be dry. 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 economical home-cooked pricing 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.