Easy Homemade Blanket Dumplings

Name: Easy Homemade Blanket Dumplings
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey, chicken, pork, or beef; 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions; 1/2 cup grated carrot; 1 tablespoon grated ginger; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 16 dumpling or wonton wrappers; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for the pan; 2/3 cup water; 2 tablespoons soy sauce for the sauce; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for the sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil for the sauce; 1 teaspoon minced ginger for the sauce; 1 teaspoon minced garlic for the sauce

These blanket dumplings give you all the juicy flavor of traditional dumplings without any of the tricky folding.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Global· August 6, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

10 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

If you have seen these all over social media, you know exactly why everyone loves them. They offer a savory, juicy filling with a crispy bottom, but the best part is that you simply drape the wrapper over the top like a little blanket instead of spending time pleating every single one.

My version uses a simple plate assembly method that ensures the wrappers stay put while you cook. It is a great way to get dinner on the table quickly, and the kids usually love helping me tuck the wrappers onto the meatballs.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey, chicken, pork, or beef
1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
1/2 cup grated carrot
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
16 dumpling or wonton wrappers
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for the pan
2/3 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce for the sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar for the sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil for the sauce
1 teaspoon minced ginger for the sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic for the sauce

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, mix the ground meat, green onions, carrot, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil until well combined.
2
Line a plate with parchment paper and use a 2 tablespoon scoop to portion the meat mixture into mounds on the plate.
3
Place a wrapper over each mound and press the edges down gently so the wrapper hugs the filling securely.
4
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Carefully add the prepared dumplings to the pan, then pour in the water.
6
Cover the skillet and steam for 6 to 8 minutes until the meat is fully cooked.
7
Remove the lid and cook for one more minute to allow the bottoms of the dumplings to become golden and crispy.
8
Whisk the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl while the dumplings finish.
9
Serve the dumplings hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat them in a skillet with a splash of water to get that crispy bottom back. You can garnish your finished dish with sliced scallions or a spoonful of chili crisp if you like a little extra heat.

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