William Cai’s Tomato and Egg Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings)

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2

William Cai's Tomato and Egg Jiaozi Recipe

William Cai’s Tomato and Egg Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings)

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

219

Sugar

Fat

Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings) are a staple food in Chinese cuisine, enjoyed throughout the country as a beloved street food and appetizer. William Cai's Tomato and Egg Jiaozi is a twist on a classic recipe, incorporating fresh tomatoes into the traditional egg filling. Gyoza skins provide a crispy texture, while the Chinese black vinegar creates a tangy and savory dipping sauce. This appetizer is perfect for a snack, a quick meal or as part of a larger dinner spread.

Instructions

1.	Cut the tomatoes into small cubes, add salt, and mix well. Wait for 10-15 minutes and drain the extra liquid.
2.	Beat 8 eggs in a bowl and mix well with the drained tomatoes.
3.	Place 1 tablespoon of the egg and tomato mixture on the middle of a gyoza skin. Moisture the edges of the skin with water. Fold the gyoza skin and seal the edges to create the traditional pleat pattern.
4.	In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1/4 cup oil over medium heat.
5.	Arrange the jiaozi in the skillet. Pour 1/2 cup water over the jiaozi and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the water evaporates and the bottoms of the jiaozi become crisp and golden brown.
6.	Serve hot with black vinegar for dipping.

PROS

Tomato and Egg Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings) are a savory and delicious appetizer that is easy to prepare.
They combine the classic flavors of eggs and tomatoes with the texture and crunch of the gyoza skins.

They are also budget-friendly, making them perfect for feeding a crowd.

CONS

While Jiaozi (Chinese Dumplings) are not particularly unhealthy, they can be high in sodium.
It’s best to limit your intake if you are watching your salt intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are well-known for their health benefits. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium. Eggs are also an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients such as vitamin D and choline.

	800 g tomatoes
	8 eggs
	1000 g gyoza skins
	1/4 cup oil
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	2 teaspoons sugar
	black vinegar ( for dipping )