Vibrant Asian appetizers: savory pancakes, a large steamed bun, and colorful mini tacos.

easy dumpling recipes

Whether you’re after easy dumpling recipes for a quick lunch, a unique party platter or a comforting dinner, dumplings are an easy option for any occasion. From smash dumplings to dumpling lasagne and tacos, these recipes are perfect for anything from light snacks to satisfying mains. Finish them with a drizzle of itsu teriyaki cooking’sauce or a generous serving of itsu crispy'chilli oil, and they’re good to go.


smash dumplings

These crispy smash dumplings are a lighter twist on burger night. Press your fillings onto dumpling sheets, cook until golden and top with crunchy salad, fresh coriander and a drizzle of itsu teriyaki cooking’sauce with an itsu crispy’chilli oil dipping pot to serve. They're ready in under 15 minutes for a quick dinner or easy sharing platter.

Round appetizers topped with carrots, red cabbage, cilantro, and dark sauce, with chili oil.

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dumpling tacos

Do tacos need tortillas? These dumpling tacos turn familiar crispy dumplings into the ultimate party finger food. Dumpling wrapper taco shells are filled with an itsu teriyaki cooking’sauce and chicken filling and topped with sliced spring onion and sesame seeds for a light dish packed with flavour.

Five mini tacos filled with colorful shredded meat and fresh vegetables on a white plate.

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dumpling lasagne

Swap pasta sheets for layers of juicy dumplings in this one-pot comfort meal. This dish layers juicy chicken filling between dumpling wrappers before steaming everything in a ramekin until tender. Finish with a generous drizzle of itsu crispy'chilli oil and fresh spring onions for a warming, savoury dish, perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. 

Pork dumplings in a white bowl, topped with spicy chili oil and chopped green onions.

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dumpling spanakopita

Inspired by the traditional Greek pie, these layers of dumpling wrappers are filled with an itsu teriyaki cooking’sauce and minced meat mix that is coiled into a big spiral-shaped dumpling and finished with itsu crispy’chilli oil, sesame seeds and coriander to garnish. It’s the perfect dish for sharing as a starter or serving with a salad for lunch or dinner.

Round savory pastry topped with chili oil, cilantro, and seeds on a white plate.

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Whether you're crisping, steaming or layering dumplings into something completely new, there's a recipe for every occasion. Make dumpling dishes even easier with these easy midweek soup dumpling recipe ideas.