Pork Soup Dumplings
Handmade dumplings filled with Berkshire pork, chives, and a rich fragrant broth. Laoban is a modern take on a traditionally-inspired Chinese dumpling shop, located in Washington, D.C.
Run, don't walk, becayse Laoban is one of our sure-fire new favorites for these cooler nights. The broth is rich, these dumplings are tender, so we're slurping it for dinner on repeat.
How To Prepare Dumplings
- Steamed Bring water to a rolling boil. Line steamer with parchment paper or oil. Place dumplings on steamer, cover, and steam for 12 mins (9 mins for soup dumplings).
- Boiled Bring water to a rolling boil. Add dumplings to water and boil for 8 mins, or till dumplings bob to top. (Not recommended for soup dumplings).
- Pan-Fried 1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in pan over medium-high heat and place dumplings in pan. 2. Add enough water to cover dumplings halfway up, cover, and cook for ~5 mins (3 mins for soup dumplings). 3. Remove cover and keep cooking till water evaporates & bottoms are brown, about 5 mins (3 mins for soup dumplings).
