Crispy Pan-Cooked Mandubap (Dumpling Rice)
A super simple one-bowl meal made by mixing cooked frozen dumplings and rice with a seasoned soy sauce.
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This is a one-bowl dish made by mixing crispy air-fried frozen dumplings with warm rice and seasonings. Finely chopped Cheongyang chili pepper cuts through the richness, making it a quick and satisfying meal.
- Servings
- 2 servings
- Cook time
- 10 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Mildly spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Dumplings (mandu)6
- Cooked rice1 bowl
- Cheongyang chili pepper (hot green chili)2
Seasoning
- Regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang)1 tbsp
- Toasted sesame oil1/2 tbsp
- Toasted sesame seeds1/2 tbsp
- Ground black peppera little
- To make the dumpling skins crispy, cook frozen dumplings in an air fryer at 200°C for 5 minutes, flip, and cook for another 5 minutes; if you prefer them soft, sprinkle with about 2 tbsp of water and microwave for around 5 minutes.
Steps
To make the dumpling skins crispy, cook the frozen dumplings in an air fryer at 200°C for 5 minutes,
then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
If you prefer them soft, sprinkle with about 2 tbsp of water and microwave for around 5 minutes.
Finely mince the Cheongyang chili pepper.
Cut the dumplings into bite-sized pieces using kitchen shears or a knife.
Add the warmed rice, minced chili, and all the seasoning ingredients,
then mix everything together thoroughly to finish.
Ppunwife's tips
- It tastes even better if you mix in some seasoned seaweed flakes or dried green laver before eating.
- The Cheongyang chili pepper keeps it from feeling heavy or greasy.
FAQ
How can I cook the dumplings if I do not have an air fryer?
If you want a soft texture, sprinkle with about 2 tbsp of water and microwave for around 5 minutes until heated through.
Are there good toppings to add for more flavor?
It is wonderful to mix in seasoned seaweed flakes or seasoned dried green laver before eating.
How can I tone down the spice level? AI-generated
You can reduce the amount of Cheongyang chili pepper or swap it for mild green chili pepper or large green onion.
