What Is Dumplings?
Frozen dumplings (usually pork and vegetable or pork and shrimp) cooked in hot pot broth. The wrappers become soft and silky while the filling stays juicy. A filling and popular addition to any hot pot session.
Flavor & Texture
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Flavor
The filling flavour (pork, shrimp, vegetable) combined with absorbed broth
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Texture
Soft, silky wrapper with a juicy, flavourful filling
How to Cook Dumplings in Hot Pot
⏱ 4–6 minutes
Add frozen dumplings directly to boiling broth. Cook 4-6 minutes until they float and the wrappers are translucent and soft. Do not add too many at once — they lower the broth temperature.
Best Broths to Pair With
Clear Chicken
Tomato
Sichuan Mala
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh dumplings in hot pot instead of frozen?
Yes — fresh dumplings cook faster (2-3 minutes) and have a more delicate wrapper. Frozen dumplings are more common for hot pot as they hold their shape better in boiling broth.