Chili Oil Dumplings (Spicy Sichuan-Style Wontons)
Tender dumplings tossed in a rich chili oil sauce with soy sauce, sesame seeds, and green onions. The dumplings soak up the savory, spicy sauce, creating a bold, comforting dish that is simple to prepare but packed with flavor.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 3
- Calories
- 410
- Protein
- 18g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Place a medium-sized pot on the stove and fill with 6 cups of water.
Step 2
Turn the heat to high and bring the water to a rolling boil.
Step 3
Carefully place the 20 frozen dumplings into the boiling water.
Step 4
Stir gently with a spoon to prevent the dumplings from sticking to the bottom.
Step 5
Cook the dumplings for 5–6 minutes until they float to the top.
Step 6
Remove the dumplings using a slotted spoon and place them into a bowl.
Step 7
In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons chili oil, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon rice vinegar.
Step 8
Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil and 1 teaspoon sugar to the bowl.
Step 9
Stir thoroughly until the sugar dissolves and the sauce is evenly mixed.
Step 10
Pour the chili oil sauce over the cooked dumplings.
Step 11
Gently toss the dumplings so each one is coated with the sauce.
Step 12
Sprinkle 2 teaspoons sesame seeds evenly over the dumplings.
Step 13
Add finely chopped green onions across the top.
Step 14
Arrange the dumplings neatly in a bowl and serve immediately while hot.
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