Mushrooms and Dumplings Recipe (2024)

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Pat

Mushrooms may have a minimal amount of protein but have many other nutritional values such as zinc and vitamin D. If you are worried about protein, serve a side dish that includes beans or legumes. A handful of canned chickpeas tossed into your salad should do the trick. Besides, Americans eat more protein than is necessary. And if you replace supermarket wheat flour with spelt or einkorn flours, problem fixed. As a Protein Queen you already know this.

Kiwiline

This is absolutely delicious! (In fact, I am enjoying leftovers as I type this.)Just a couple of notes -- mostly for me but also for anyone else who sees this:1. Added 2 tbsp flour -- was too liquidy otherwise2. Simmered for nearly 40 minutes to get it to the right consistency.3. Had more dumpling dough than would fit in my pot -- might consider halving the dumpling recipe next time.

Paul

Loved this recipe. Delicious and came together far easier than I was expecting. I started cooking when I realized I had forgot to buy whole milk. I had to substitute oat milk for both the mushrooms and the dumplings. Worked extremely well and did not taste off at all. If anyone is looking for a dairy free options, oat milk can get you there.

dinah217

There wasn't room in my pot for all the dumplings. I used the remaining dough, which included chopped chives, for little biscuits: patted out, cut, and baked on parchment for about 20 minutes at 350. I liked them better than the dumplings.

Kate

Yes, although you might need to change the proportion of water ever so slightly (usually a drop more than usual, if memory holds). My favorite addition is replacing some flour with a bit of cornmeal, which gives a lovely crunch.

Laura

I have never commented on a recipe before, but this was so delicious I had to! One of the few things I’ve missed since dropping meat is my mother’s chicken and dumplings - this hits all the same notes, and is so comforting as the weather turns. Followed the recipe exactly except used veggie broth, not mushroom.

Victoria

I've found you can sub whole-wheat flour 1:1 in many applications without issues, especially in quick breads like this. It should be ok if you do it by volume. If you do it by weight, remember a cup of whole wheat flour weighs 113g versus 120g for all-purpose (depending how you measure a cup, of course). King Arthur Flour has a really helpful blog post about this: https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/blog/2020/06/22/how-to-substitute-whole-wheat-for-white-flour-in-baking

Tom H

This is my favorite dish of the year. In spite of forgetting to buy carrots, I followed this exactly and it was truly sublime. The dumplings were light and airy - and the mushrooms earthy and meaty. I served it as a main with Serrano ham and a green salad on the side -- with a fruity Rhone blend. It was reminiscent of a chanterelle goulash that an Austrian friend made for me. I can't wait to make this for my vegetarian friends (hence the Serrano on the side -- for the mixed crowd.)

L. Gold.

Why would you make a dish called mushrooms and dumplings and want to replace the dumplings???

Ellen

Pacific Foods makes an excellent mushroom broth, (it’s a pantry staple for us) and it looks like their website has a search so you can find it near you!https://www.pacificfoods.com/our-products/broths/organic-mushroom-broth/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI84a446rZ8wIVzD6tBh04vAq-EAAYAiAAEgIK1vD_BwE

Pablo Grande

Didn't have any dried shiitake mushrooms (none to be had at my local mega-mart or organic grocer...) to grate so l put 1 oz. dried porcinis I did have in a coffee grinder that I use for spices and ground them to a fine powder. Voila! Like a boss!

Rachel Joyce

I made this last night for my mushroomphile vegan partner and he loved it! To make this delightful dish vegan, use vegan butter for the mushrooms and vegan mushroom gravy (subbing for cream)and make vegan dumplings. For the dumplings I used 1 3/4 flour, 1/2 cup vegan buttermilk (1/2 cup nut milk 1/2 tsp of apple cider vinegar, let sit for at least 10 min before use), 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp salt & 1/2 tsp garlic powder. I was amazed at how well the dumplings turned out!

Kate

I'm always curious about the protein of mushroom dishes, so I plugged this one into a recipe analysis website. If made as written, it already has 13.6 g protein for 551 calories, a fair chunk of protein already. Playing with Pat's ideas: subbing in 1 c WW flour bumps that to 15.3 g. Adding a cup of cooked chickpeas puts the figure at 25 g. And, as noted, the US already has protein coming out our ears!

Sabine

Polenta works well. Or mashed potatoes. When I make a similar dish I add some red wine to the mushrooms!

Kim

Can you make dumplings with whole wheat flour? At the age of 60, I have absolutely no experience with them! But they look really good!

K

I used homemade mushroom stock and grated dried porcini since that's what I had. This was delicious but next time I will double the amount of dumplings as it was a bit too brothy.

connie

Used homemade broth1 oz dried shiitake for 8 oz fresh1.5 tsp thyme for fresh

Laurie

Welllll I guess I'm the only one so far who has said that the total time for this recipe isn't at all realistic! Two of us together weren't even able to do the prep within 50 minutes. Cutting leeks, carrots, mushroom.....AND then there is the micro planning the dried sh*ttakes...that alone took over 40 minutes and didn't create the required 1/3 cup! The dish was good but not good enough to make again based on the time it takes.

MM

Such a yummy and cozy recipe - I love making this. Funny enough I’ve never seemed to have cream in the house when I’ve made it so I’ve never added the cream! Always delicious though, and I’m sure the added richness is nice too

citruslover

Too spicy with the mushroom powder. Dumplings were less good in biscuit form than I hoped. Not a huge hit with the kids.

Christina

Delicious ! I substituted gluten free all-purpose flour in the dumpling recipe, didn't bother with the flour in the soup. I put the dumpling mix into the fridge overnight since we weren't eating until the next day. Dumplings cooked perfectly and soup is so good with. I accidentally put in 1/2 tsp baking soda instead of 1/4 but that's because I am easily distracted, not any attempt to change recipe...possibly may have helped GF dumplings puff up more...

Molly

Does this keep well? Thinking about making this ahead of time but I wonder if the dumplings will get mushy or anything like that.

Clare

Delicious! Next time I will only use 1 1/2 cups of broth and double the dumplings.

Diane

Needed another tbsp of flour to thicken up the sauce. Added some peas for color and nutrients. One dish meal: delish!

Kate

Used onions instead of leeks, and all shiitake. Forgot to add the cream. Delicious.

Kelly

I’ve made this several times. Once I forgot to get cream at the store so I used sour cream instead. I put it in a small bowl and gradually whisked in hot broth to warm the sour cream before pouring it into the pot. This prevents separation.

Karen

For really rich mushroom taste, soak a cup of any dried mushroom (bulk is cheaper) in two cups hot water, half hour or as long as you have, drain through coffee filter or such to catch the grit (cheaper is grittier), and use liquid as part of the broth measurement.

Cece P.

I followed the recipe exactly, except I used vegetable broth instead of mushroom broth. This was excellent and easy. There are only two of us, so we've been enjoying leftovers! As far as the dumplings go, I don't worry if they're touching a bit. I was able to fit them all in my pot and they came out fine.

Elaine’s DIL

I made this mostly as written, using powdered mushroom broth, TJ’s umami mushroom seasoning, dried thyme, and mostly white mushrooms with a few shiitake. I reduced liquid per other notes and won’t do that again. The dumplings absorbed all of it. It was delicious.

mosaic

Delicious as written. I’ve made this several times this fall/winter. My favorite riff is subbing duck fat for the sauté butter, adding celery and a glug of dry vermouth. If I have onion powder on hand, 1 tsp is a nice addition to the dumplings. Great for entertaining as it can mostly be made ahead; after bringing to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for just five minutes (particulate covered), cool, refrigerate. When ready to serve; reheat, add dumpling dough when it reaches a good simmer.

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FAQs

What is the secret to perfect dumplings? ›

Overworking the mixture, thus having heavy dumplings is a common mistake people make. Dumplings need very gentle handling, so mix only until the ingredients are just combined, and if your recipe involves rolling them out with extra flour, avoid using too much.

How to make dumplings better? ›

  1. Season the filling well. Whatever you choose for your filling, season it well. ...
  2. Then be sure to dry it out. ...
  3. Don't be afraid to experiment with fillings. ...
  4. Keep it together. ...
  5. Less is more. ...
  6. Store-bought wrappers are the most convenient option. ...
  7. But homemade wrappers are easier than you think. ...
  8. Choose your shape.
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How are most dumplings usually prepared? ›

Boiled dumplings can be cooked in water or directly in the soup or stew in which they will be served. Steamed dumplings can be set in a basket over boiling water, or they can be “pan-fried,” meaning their bottoms are seared in oil, but their insides are cooked by a small amount of water trapped in a lidded pan.

How to cook some dumplings? ›

How To Cook Steamed Dumplings
  1. Fill a Wok, Steamer, or Pot With Water.
  2. Place Your Dumpings 1 Inch Apart in Steamer.
  3. Bring Water To Boil and Cover.
  4. Steam for Ten Minutes.
  5. Add Dumplings to an Oiled Pan on Medium-High Heat.
  6. Fry Until Bottom of Dumplings Are Golden.
  7. Add ½ Cup Water and Cover.

What's the best flour for dumplings? ›

For dumplings, 🌾 all-purpose flour 🌾 is typically the best type to use. It has a moderate protein content, which gives the dumplings a tender and soft texture. 🍴 If you want a slightly denser dumpling, you can use 🌾 cake flour 🌾 or 🌾 self-rising flour 🌾, which have lower protein contents.

What are the 3 components of dumplings? ›

What are dumplings made of? The dumpling dough is made of three main ingredients: flour, water and salt. But which flour you use depends on which dumpling you want to make.

What are the 3 main ways to cook dumplings? ›

Dumplings can be steamed (zhēngjiǎo, 蒸饺), pan-fried (jiānjiǎo, 煎饺), or boiled (shuǐjiǎo, 水饺, literal translation: water dumpling). They are then served with a dipping sauce, like Chinese black vinegar or our favorite dumpling sauce recipe. They can also be eaten with hot pot meals or served in soup!

Why do my dumplings fall apart when I cook them? ›

Often they burst during cooking because they have too much filling for the amount of dough. Some doughs are too dry, so the dumplings won't stay sealed. Others can be too wet and sticky and end up tearing. If the filling isn't cohesive enough, it will tumble out when you bite into it.

How to make dumplings more juicy? ›

Hand-mincing meat and adding more pork belly results in the juiciest dumplings. Traditionally, some Chinese cuisine uses hand minced meat for their dishes. For example, lots of dim sum items like siu mai, pork buns, beef meatball, and more use hand minced meat to control the texture and fat content of the dish!

Do dumplings float when done? ›

Cover and bring to a vigorous boil. Add roughly one cup of cold water and return to boil while covered. Repeat this step again. The dumplings will be completely cooked and ready when they float on the surface of the boiling water.

How are dumplings traditionally made? ›

Traditionally dumplings are made from twice the weight of self-raising flour to tallow, bound together by cold water to form a dough and seasoned with salt and pepper but can also be made using self-raising flour and butter. Balls of this dough are dropped into a bubbling pot of stew or soup, or into a casserole.

Do you cook dumplings with lid on or lid off? ›

The second secret to making really good dumplings is to keep the lid closed while the dumplings cook. With the soup simmering over a low flame and the dumpling dough ready, you'll drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the surface of the simmering broth, then cover the pot with a lid.

Do you cook dumplings covered or uncovered first? ›

Cover and simmer until dumplings are cooked through, about 15 minutes. Once you have covered the pan, do not uncover and peek while the dumplings are cooking! In order for the dumplings to be light and fluffy, they must steam, not boil. Uncovering the pan releases the steam.

Why are my dumplings hard and not fluffy? ›

Using too much flour: If you use too much flour in your dumpling dough, the dumplings will be dense and tough. Be sure to measure the flour carefully and follow the recipe closely. Using the wrong type of flour: Different types of flour have different protein levels, which can affect the texture of the dumplings.

What keeps dumplings from falling apart? ›

The steam that builds up by covering the pot is what cooks the dumplings. Don't boil or stir the dumplings. Vigorous boiling and stirring will cause the dumplings to fall apart.

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