Spicy & Sweet Crispy Tossed Dumplings (Muchim Mandu)
Ryoo Soo-young’s Instant Recipe: Delicious Tossed Dumplings (Eonam-seon Style)
This recipe for tossed dumplings, famously known as ‘Eonam-seon’s Muchim Mandu’, was a favorite even before it gained widespread popularity. While traditionally made with chewy potato dumplings, this version uses regular frozen dumplings for an equally delightful experience. The dumplings are pan-fried to a perfect crisp on the outside and remain tender inside, coated in a vibrant, sweet, and spicy sauce. It’s a fantastic side dish or a perfect accompaniment to drinks. Simple to make and incredibly satisfying, let’s whip up some delicious tossed dumplings today!
Main Ingredients- 225g frozen dumplings (potato dumplings or regular ones, as preferred)
- Cooking oil (for frying)
Spicy & Sweet Sauce- 4 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 4 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 4 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 4 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 4 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- 4 Tbsp water
- 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the star of our dish: the spicy and sweet sauce. In a large bowl, combine 4 tablespoons of gochugaru, 4 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 4 tablespoons of water. Finish by adding 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for that nutty aroma. Use a spoon or whisk to mix everything thoroughly until well combined and there are no lumps, ensuring the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 2
Now, it’s time to fry the dumplings! Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the frozen dumplings in the pan. Fry them, flipping them occasionally, until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on all sides. Frying them until beautifully browned enhances their texture and makes them even more appealing.
Step 3
Finally, let’s toss everything together to create our delicious Muchim Mandu. Transfer the freshly fried, golden-brown dumplings into the bowl with the prepared sauce. Pour all the sauce over the dumplings. Gently toss the dumplings using a spoon, being careful not to break them, ensuring each dumpling is evenly coated with the flavorful sauce. Make sure every single dumpling is beautifully glazed. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade masterpiece!
