1½ cups firm tofu, diced or gently crushed with hands
2 small carrots, finely diced
1 small potato, finely diced
1 cup mushrooms, chopped
1 large handful fresh spinach, chopped
2 green onions, minced
1 inch fresh ginger, grated
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon coconut aminos
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
½ teaspoon coconut sugar
Shayna’s Kitchen olive oil (or other good-quality olive oil) for cooking and pan-searing
16 rice paper sheets (using two per dumpling for double wrap)
For the Dipping Sauce
2 tablespoons coconut aminos
1 teaspoon coconut sugar (or more, to taste)
1 teaspoon Shayna’s Kitchen olive oil
½ teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Directions
Prepare the Filling
Heat a bit of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add carrots, potato, mushrooms, and green onions. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until softened.
Stir in spinach, grated ginger, and tofu. Cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until spinach is wilted and tofu is warmed through.
Season with sesame oil, coconut aminos, rice vinegar, coconut sugar, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Wrap the Dumplings with Double Rice Paper Layers
For each dumpling: soak one rice paper sheet in warm water until just softened, place it flat on a damp surface, add a spoonful of filling, and wrap tightly.
Then, soak a second rice paper sheet and wrap it fully around the first-wrapped dumpling, creating a double layer. This makes the dumpling thicker and gives a chewier texture when cooked. Repeat for all dumplings.
Cook the Dumplings
Heat a thin layer of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Place dumplings flat side down and pan-sear for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottoms are golden.
Add a small splash of water to the pan, cover, and steam for 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the lid and let any extra moisture cook off.
Make the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together coconut aminos, coconut sugar, olive oil, ginger, and sesame seeds until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust as needed.
Serve
Arrange dumplings on a plate and serve with dipping sauce on the side. You can sprinkle extra green onions or sesame seeds over the top if desired.