Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings (Printable)

Quickly elevate frozen dumplings with a sesame oil glaze and crisp air fryer finish for a savory treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dumplings

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

→ Glaze & Garnish

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

→ Cooking Spray

07 - Nonstick cooking spray (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Place the frozen dumplings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, spacing them apart. Lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray if desired.
03 - Cook the dumplings in the air fryer for 8 minutes.
04 - Combine sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
05 - Brush the dumplings liberally with the prepared sesame oil glaze after the initial cooking.
06 - Return dumplings to the air fryer and cook an additional 4 minutes until edges are golden and crisp.
07 - Transfer dumplings to a plate, sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve warm with soy sauce or preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Frozen to fancy in under twenty minutes, no thawing required.
  • The sesame oil glaze tastes like you've been simmering it all day, but it comes together in one small bowl.
  • Crispy outside, tender inside—the air fryer does what a regular pan pretends to do.
02 -
  • Don't skip the halfway glaze—it's what transforms these from simple air-fried dumplings into something that tastes intentional.
  • Sesame oil burns easily, so brushing it on after the first cook protects it from turning bitter.
03 -
  • Don't thaw the dumplings—frozen is perfect; thawing makes them soggy and prone to sticking.
  • If your air fryer runs hot, check at the six-minute mark and adjust time downward if they're browning fast.
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