A quick, colorful stir-fry combining leftover dumplings with fluffy rice, mixed vegetables, and savory seasonings for an easy weeknight meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dumplings & Rice
01 - 6 cooked dumplings, chopped into bite-sized pieces
02 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or long-grain rice, preferably chilled
→ Vegetables
03 - 1/2 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
04 - 2 green onions, sliced
05 - 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
→ Sauce & Seasoning
06 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
→ Garnish
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
12 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Chop the cooked dumplings into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
02 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil.
03 - Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add mixed vegetables and cabbage. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until just tender.
05 - Add the chopped dumplings and rice. Stir well to combine and break up any clumps.
06 - Drizzle soy sauce and sprinkle black pepper over the rice mixture. Stir-fry for another 3–4 minutes until everything is heated through and slightly crispy.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions. Remove from heat.
08 - Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and sesame seeds if desired.
