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Oven-Baked Dumplings with Peanut Sauce


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Craving a quick dinner or an easy appetizer that feels both comforting and exciting? These oven-baked dumplings with peanut sauce deliver crispy, golden edges and juicy centers without frying. Paired with a creamy, savory-sweet peanut sauce, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight meals, dinner ideas, or healthy snack options.


Ingredients

2024 dumplings (store-bought or homemade)

1 tablespoon neutral oil

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

1/3 cup peanut butter

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1 teaspoon grated ginger

2 cloves garlic minced

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1 teaspoon chili paste or sriracha

3 tablespoons warm water

2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

2 green onions sliced


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet

2. Arrange dumplings in a single layer

3. Brush dumplings with oil and drizzle sesame oil

4. Sprinkle seasoning evenly

5. Bake 18–22 minutes flipping halfway

6. Whisk peanut sauce ingredients until smooth

7. Add warm water to adjust consistency

8. Remove dumplings and rest briefly

9. Drizzle sauce or serve as dip

10. Garnish and serve immediately

Notes

Do not overcrowd the tray for crisp texture

Adjust sauce thickness with warm water

Flip dumplings halfway for even cooking

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: easy recipe, quick dinner, dumplings, peanut sauce