Trader Joes Dumpling Fried Rice (Printable View)

A quick stir-fry combining dumplings, jasmine rice, mixed veggies, and savory seasonings for an easy meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dumplings

01 - 6 cooked dumplings, any variety

→ Rice

02 - 2 cups cooked jasmine or long-grain rice, 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 and Seasoning

06 - 2 tablespoons low sodium 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

# How to Make:

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 minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
04 - Add frozen mixed vegetables and shredded cabbage. Stir-fry for 2 to 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 to 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.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It is ready in just 22 minutes from start to finish.
  • A fantastic way to repurpose leftover dumplings and rice.
  • Flexible and customizable with any vegetables you have on hand.
02 -
  • Check labels carefully as most dumplings and soy sauces contain wheat and soy.
  • Let the rice sit for a minute undisturbed to get those delicious crispy bits.
  • Mince the garlic and ginger finely to ensure they distribute evenly throughout the stir-fry.
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