dumpling
1 of 1nouna dish consisting of small balls of dough that can be baked, fried, or boiled, served with meat
Dumplings are a type of food that is common in many different cultures around the world. They are typically small balls of dough that are filled with various savory or sweet ingredients and then boiled, fried, or steamed. The filling can vary widely and may include meat, vegetables, cheese, or fruit, depending on the regional cuisine. In Chinese cuisine, dumplings are known as "jiaozi" and are often filled with ground pork, vegetables, and seasonings. In Italian cuisine, dumplings are known as "gnocchi" and are typically made with potatoes and flour. Dumplings are a versatile and satisfying food that can be served as a main course or as a side dish, depending on the preparation and filling. They are often served with a dipping sauce or a flavorful broth and can be enjoyed year-round.
a sweet dough-based treat that is often filled with fruit or other sweet ingredients, and cooked by boiling, steaming, or baking
- For dessert, they served apple dumplings topped with vanilla ice cream.
- The restaurant's signature dessert was a cherry dumpling drizzled with chocolate sauce.
- She prepared blueberry dumplings, a family favorite, for the holiday dinner.
- The plum dumplings were steamed to perfection and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.
- He enjoyed the peach dumplings, a delicious blend of sweet and tart flavors, after dinner.