Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings (Printable)

Quickly crisp frozen dumplings with a luscious sesame glaze using simple air fryer techniques.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dumplings

01 - 20 frozen dumplings (pork, chicken, or vegetable variety)

→ Glaze & Garnish

02 - 2 tablespoons sesame oil
03 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Cooking Spray

07 - Nonstick cooking spray (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Place frozen dumplings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring space between each. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray if desired.
03 - Air fry the dumplings for 8 minutes.
04 - Combine sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar (if using) in a small bowl.
05 - Brush the dumplings liberally with the sesame oil mixture after the initial cooking period.
06 - Return dumplings to the air fryer and cook for an additional 4 minutes until golden and crispy at the edges.
07 - Transfer dumplings to a serving plate and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with additional soy sauce or preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Crispy edges that taste pan-fried without any oil splattering on your stove.
  • Entire recipe done in under 20 minutes, perfect for those moments when hunger hits fast.
  • The sesame oil glaze makes frozen dumplings taste like you spent hours preparing them.
02 -
  • Don't skip the 3-minute preheat—a cold air fryer basket means soggy dumplings that disappoint.
  • The glaze burns if you apply it before the halfway mark, so waiting until minute 8 is non-negotiable even though it feels risky.
03 -
  • A pastry brush is worth its weight in gold here—it lets you apply the glaze evenly without wasting any of the good stuff.
  • If your dumplings stick slightly to the basket, they're getting crispy enough; just use tongs gently and they'll release.
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