Definition of DUMPLING

Examples of dumpling in a Sentence

We had vegetarian dumplings as an appetizer.

Recent Examples on the Web There is a specific number of folds on each dumpling, and each needs a special technique. — Reese Oxner, Dallas News, "Kitchen Master brings handmade dumplings and Taiwanese cuisine to Frisco," 8 June 2020 The dumpling is filled with a pork jelly with herbs that takes half a day to prepare. — Reese Oxner, Dallas News, "Kitchen Master brings handmade dumplings and Taiwanese cuisine to Frisco," 8 June 2020 The noodles and dumplings popular in the state of Sikkim are similar to those of East Asia. — Saveur Editors, Saveur, "Our 45 Best Indian Recipes," 21 May 2020 Sure, most people mix it in with noodles or dumplings; a polite jar often sits with a tiny spoon on the table at many Chinese restaurants. — Jasmin Perez, Sunset Magazine, "Best of the West: The Foods That Get Us Through," 7 Apr. 2020 Ichigoh Ramen Lounge has offered ramen and sake pairings, and Monkey King Noodle Company is still selling noodles and dumplings for takeout and delivery. — Jeremy Hallock, Dallas News, "Deep Ellum to go: Where to get takeout barbecue, burgers, sushi, beer and even groceries," 7 Apr. 2020 Northern China Eatery stays true to the staples of the region’s cuisine: dishes that make use of wheat flour (noodles, dumplings, steamed buns, pancakes). — al, "How to spend 24 hours on Buford Highway in Atlanta," 25 Mar. 2020 Join a family in their kitchen to learn how to prepare handmade noodles and momos, dumplings made with buckwheat grown in the fields surrounding Bumthang. — National Geographic, "Bhutan Expedition: Journey to the Last Himalayan Kingdom," 20 Sep. 2019 Many restaurants in South Korea sell North Korean-style cold noodles, dumplings and other food. — Washington Post, "North Korean-themed restaurant in Seoul removes Kim images," 16 Sep. 2019

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“Dumpling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dumpling. Accessed 6 Jul. 2020.

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