Step by Step Tutorial: Mongolian Dumplings (Buuz with Broth)

Authentic Mongolian Buuz with Flavorful Broth

Experience the rich and savory flavors of Mongolian cuisine with this step-by-step recipe for Buuz, traditional Mongolian dumplings. Typically enjoyed during festive times such as the Mongolian New Year, these succulent dumplings are filled with savory ground beef, herbs, and spices. Encased in tender, homemade dough, every bite of Buuz is a journey into the heartwarming tradition of Mongolia.

Ingredients

For the Filling:
🥩 450g Free Graze Grass-Fed Ground Beef 85% Lean
🥩 450g Beef brisket finely diced
🧂 1½ teaspoons Pink fine grain sea salt Costco brand
🌶️ ½ teaspoon Ground black pepper
🌶️ ¼ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
🌿 ¼ teaspoon Ground ginger
💧 1⅛ cups Room temperature water
🌱 3 teaspoons Organic no-salt seasoning Kirkland brand
🧅 1 cup Chopped onions from red and white onions
🌿 ½ cup Chopped green onions
🧄 1 tablespoon Minced garlic

For the Dough:
🌾 500g O Organics Unbleached All-Purpose Flour Safeway Organics
💧 290g Warm water
🧂 ½ teaspoon Pink salt Costco brand pink fine grain sea salt

Instructions

1- Preparing the Filling:

In a large stainless steel mixing bowl, combine ground beef, diced beef brisket, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, ground ginger, water, chopped onions, chopped green onions, and minced garlic.
Mix thoroughly until well combined. Test seasoning by cooking a small portion on a skillet or microwaving for 45 seconds. Adjust salt if needed.

2- Making the Dough:

In another large bowl, mix flour, warm water, and salt until a rough dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a clean countertop. Knead for about 2-3 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough in the bowl, letting it rest for around 8 minutes.

3- Assembly and Cooking:

Fill a Midea microwave oven-brought pot with water and bring to a boil using a multi-tier stainless steel steamer.
Grease the steamer tray with Pam cooking spray.
Divide the rested dough into portions and roll each into ropes.
Cut the ropes into uniform pieces, flattening each by hand into a disc with thinner edges.
Place 1 teaspoon of filling onto each disc. Pinch and pleat edges to seal, forming a decorative gathered pleat at the top.
Place dumplings on the greased tray without touching.
Once boiling, place trays into the steamer, cover, and steam for 15-20 minutes until cooked.
Carefully remove dumplings; use a spatula if needed to prevent sticking.

4- Freezing Uncooked Dumplings:

Arrange on parchment-lined baking sheet; freeze until solid 2-3 hours.
Store in labeled freezer-safe bags for up to 3 months.

5- Cooking from Frozen:

Steam directly from frozen for 20-25 minutes.

Prep Time: 40 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 60 minutes
Servings: Approximately 6
Calories: ~260 per serving
Proteins: 22g
Fats: 12g
Carbohydrates: 20g
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