The Fillings Blog
Recipes, stories, and everything about dumplings and noodles.
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February 15, 2020
Unwrapping the Dumpling: Shanghai Wontons
The wrapping technique and look of the Shanghai Wonton is becoming a lost art. The technique takes longer to fold each individual piece and the square wrapper is increasingly hard to find.
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February 8, 2020
History of Dan Dan Noodles and how to make it
Dan Dan Noodle is a traditional dish made popular in Sichuan. Legend has it that a hawker would carry noodles and sauce through the streets of Chengdu on his shoulders.
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February 1, 2020
What does "handmade" look like for us?
The word handmade often invokes a feeling of homeliness, but it's often overused. We wanted to be open about our process so you know what we mean when we say our dumplings are handmade.
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January 24, 2020
The history of dumplings and Chinese New Year
Dumplings and Chinese New Year have a very connected history. As we celebrate the new year, we wanted to take some time to remember how it all came to be.
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January 18, 2020
Spicy Chilli Wontons: Our fan favourite appetizer
We love Spicy Chilli Wontons because it's a quick and easy appetizer that's an instant fan favourite. There's something about the tanginess and the Szechuan spice that gives it such a kick.
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January 12, 2020
What is Jajangmyeon and how can we make it?
Jajangmyeon is a traditional Korean-Chinese dish where a dark thick sauce is layered on top of a bed of noodles. Learn more about the dish and how to make it.
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January 4, 2020
What's in the filling?
Eating a dumpling is a different experience for everyone. We're exploring the inside of a dumpling and what makes up the filling.
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December 28, 2019
What's our process for making noodles?
Noodles come in all shapes and sizes. Let's explore the Shanghai noodle, the process of making it, and the type of dishes it can be used for.
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December 23, 2019
Unwrapping the Dumpling: Xiao Long Bao
Wontons, potstickers, boiled dumplings — each has different characteristics and cooking styles. This week: Xiao Long Bao (the soup dumpling).
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December 15, 2019
Unwrapping the Dumpling: Dumplings
Wontons, potstickers, boiled dumplings — each has different characteristics and cooking styles. This week: Dumplings.
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December 7, 2019
Unwrapping the Dumpling: Wontons
Wontons, potstickers, boiled dumplings — each has different characteristics and cooking styles. This week: Wontons.
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December 1, 2019
Unwrapping the Dumpling: Potstickers & Gyoza
Wontons, potstickers, boiled dumplings — each has different characteristics and cooking styles. This week: Potstickers & Gyoza.
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November 24, 2019
How to taste for good quality dumplings
You've purchased a bag of dumplings and cooked it. Now you're sitting down ready for the taste test — here are some things to look out for.
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November 18, 2019
How to pick a bag of dumplings
You're at the grocery store thinking about what to have for dinner and you suddenly get the craving for dumplings. Here are some tips for telling which bag to buy.
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