All the tools you need to make dumplings in your own kitchen
While it may seem like a hopeless, messy dream, you can actually make dumplings from scratch in your own home. We've found some useful tools and gadgets that will help you make those mouthwatering little puffs of joy for yourself.
It's time to gather up your ingredients and start cooking, chef.
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Damn Good Dumplings: 60 Innovative Favourites for Every Occasion, by Stratis Morfogen
Before you put on your apron and start preparing your dough and fillings, you actually need to know how to cook them. Merging traditional flavours with a contemporary flair, chef and restaurateur Stratis Morfogen delivers 60 recipes for you to cook and, most importantly, eat.
Home Dumpling Maker Press
Double your kitchen productivity with this dual dumpling maker. Place your dough and fillings into the two compartments, press the top button and your two dumplings will be folded neatly, ready to be cooked. If you're not in the mood for a traditional dumpling, it can also be used to fold samosas and ravioli.
OXO Good Grips Multi-Purpose Scraper and Chopper
If you are making your dough from scratch, having a scraper handy will make the mixing of flour and water easier and a little less messy. On this scraper, the blade has markings for measuring, a non-slip handle and it's dishwasher safe.
Wiltshire French Rolling Pin, 30cm
Made from beechwood, this rolling pin is made for dough and pastry, and is a must-have in your kitchen.
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Paudin Nakiri Knife, 7-inches
Made with a high carbon stainless steel blade and pakkawood handle, this Japanese Nakiri knife will become one of the most helpful tools in your kitchen. These knives are made for thin and precise slicing, dicing and chopping – exactly what you need what making your dumpling fillings. On top of that, the shape of the rectangular, straight blade is perfect for cutting your dough.
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Davis & Waddell 2-Tier Bamboo Steamer
This bamboo steamer comes with two tiers, which means you can cook twice the amount. Also add-to-cart these reusable silicone steamer linersto help save time on the cleanup.
Restrdt Dumpling Dough Presser
This wooden dough presser will easily make your dough flat, saving you time and energy trying to roll it out by yourself.
DGQ Baozi Mold
The fun, flower-shaped baozi dumpling mold probably isn't how the pro chefs prepare their dumplings, but it's still a great option for a home cook. Just place your prefilled dumpling in the centre, pull up the base, press, and once released you'll have a perfectly pressed dumpling.
Homefashion Digital Kitchen Scales
These kitchen scales are simple to use and make the cooking process a whole lot easier. If you need another conversion, it can also be used to measure pounds, ounces, milliliters and fluid ounces.
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Helen's Asian Kitchen Dumpling and Noodle Strainer
Whether you steam or fry, your dumplings are best served hot. Save yourself for the accidental burn with this dumpling and noodle strainer.
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