Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings

Delicate gluten-free dumplings encase a savory, flavorful filling, offering a satisfying bite with a tender, steamed exterior. These delightful morsels are perfect for sharing at any gathering, boasting a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Total: 40 min Serves: 8

At a glance: This medium party and appetizers recipe yields 8 servings in about 40 minutes (15 min prep, 25 min cook). It uses 10 ingredients — including finely chopped mixed vegetables, firm tofu, gluten-free soy sauce or tamari — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 24, 2026. Browse more party and appetizers recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

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Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings: When preparing this party and appetizers recipe, extreme care must be taken to ensure all ingredients, especially the dumpling wrappers and gluten-free tamari/tamari, are gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination. Always use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing gluten-free foods. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings: This recipe utilizes gluten-free dumpling wrappers and gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, ensuring a safe and delicious experience free from gluten-containing grains.

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Instructions

1 Prepare the filling by combining the finely chopped mixed vegetables, crumbled firm tofu (or your chosen protein), gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, sesame oil, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
2 To assemble the dumplings, place one gluten-free dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water using your fingertip. Place about one tablespoon of the prepared filling in the center of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges firmly to seal, or create pleats for a decorative finish. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling until all dumplings are formed, which should take approximately 15-20 minutes.
3 Prepare your steamer by lining a bamboo steamer basket or a steamer insert with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Arrange the assembled dumplings in a single layer in the steamer basket, ensuring they do not touch each other to prevent them from sticking together during cooking. You may need to steam them in batches, depending on the size of your steamer.
4 Bring water to a rolling boil in a pot or wok that the steamer basket fits snugly over. Carefully place the steamer basket with the dumplings over the boiling water. Cover tightly with the lid and steam for about 15-20 minutes, or until the dumpling wrappers are translucent and slightly puffed, and the filling is cooked through and steaming hot.
5 Once steamed to perfection, carefully remove the steamer basket from the heat. Let the dumplings rest for a minute before serving them immediately. These tender gluten-free steamed dumplings are best enjoyed hot, perhaps with a side of gluten-free dipping sauce or a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Nutrition (per serving)

267

Calories

14g

Protein

25g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Fiber

349mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Gluten-free wrappers dry out fast. Keep the stack under a damp towel and take out one at a time as you fill.
Squeeze the chopped cabbage and mushrooms dry before mixing. A wet filling makes gluten-free wrappers tear.
Fill lightly, about 1 tablespoon as step 2 says, and seal the edges well with water so the dumplings don't open in the steam.

Common questions

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings?

Check finely chopped mixed vegetables, firm tofu, crumbled, or cooked minced chicken/pork, gluten-free soy sauce or tamari before they go into Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings. Extreme care must be taken to ensure all ingredients, especially the dumpling wrappers and gluten-free tamari/tamari, are gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination. Always use clean utensils and surfaces when preparing gluten-free foods. In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.

Which gluten-free swaps does Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings use?

Gluten-Free Steamed Dumplings relies on 2 tbsp gluten-free soy sauce or tamari. Keep those gluten-free-labeled products in place of a gluten-containing flour or sauce.

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