Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings (Print View)

Crispy air-fried frozen dumplings with a flavorful sesame oil glaze and toasted sesame seed garnish.

# Components:

→ Dumplings

01 - 20 frozen dumplings (pork, chicken, or vegetable)

→ Glaze & Garnish

02 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Cooking Spray

07 - Nonstick cooking spray (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Place frozen dumplings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, spacing them apart. Lightly spray with cooking spray if desired.
03 - Cook dumplings in the air fryer for 8 minutes.
04 - Combine sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, if using, in a small bowl.
05 - Brush the dumplings liberally with the sesame oil mixture.
06 - Return dumplings to the air fryer and cook for 4 more minutes until golden and crispy at the edges.
07 - Transfer dumplings to a plate, then sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with additional soy sauce or preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The air fryer creates that coveted pan-fried texture without the mess of hot oil splattering everywhere
  • You can keep a bag of frozen dumplings in the freezer and have an impressive appetizer ready in under twenty minutes
  • The sesame oil glaze transforms plain frozen dumplings into something that tastes delivery-worthy
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket or the dumplings will steam instead of crisp, which defeats the entire purpose
  • The glaze must be applied halfway through cooking, otherwise the oil will burn and turn bitter before the dumplings are fully cooked
03 -
  • Let the air fryer preheat fully for the crispiest results—rushing this step makes a noticeable difference in texture
  • Use a silicone brush instead of a natural bristle one, since the hot oil can damage natural brushes over time
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