This is for everyone who wants to learn how to wrap dumplings in this Classic Pleats style. With the process broken down into mini steps, anyone can master this. I have taught many people this particular fold — young and old — who immediately start folding dumplings like an expert. You can do this!
In my video tutorial below, I walk and talk you through it, breaking it down into small steps so you can reproduce the look. Make sure to turn on the audio to hear the voiceover instructions.
🎥 Watch How To Wrap Dumplings - Classic Pleats:
Turn on audio to hear voiceover instructions.
There are many beautiful ways to wrap a dumpling. I call this style “classic” because it’s one fold you should know regardless where you are in your dumpling-making journey. The shape is great for pan-frying, steaming or boiling. This style uses the more popular 3” round wrappers (i.e. not square). I posted a video on social explaining the different types of wrappers and when to use which. If you’re interested, watch the video below.
🎥 Watch video for Types of Dumpling Wrappers Explained
I hope this is helpful to you! Eat well and be well,
Sonia x
Now you’re all set to practice with one of these dumpling recipes!
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Here are my other dumplings-related content.
This video tutorial walks and talks you through step-by-step how to wrap a dumpling in this Classic Pleats style. You can master this in no time!
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Was this tutorial helpful? Let me know how it went in the comments below. I’d love to hear about it!
The juicy ground pork and fragrant Chinese chives are such a classic combo for dumplings!