Recipe
Sesame crusted dumplings

Ingredients (4 servings)
| 【For the Dumplings】 | |
|---|---|
| Raw sesame seeds | 1/3 cup (45 g) |
| Store-bought dumplings (vegetable, pork, or chicken) | 1 package (20–22) |
| Vegetable oil (for frying) | 2–3 tablespoons (28–42 g) |
| 【For the Chive Chili Garlic Oil】 | |
| Kadoya roasted sesame Oil | 1/4 cup (54 g) |
| Chili garlic sauce | 2 tablespoons (34 g) |
| Low-sodium soy sauce or tamari | 2 tablespoons (30 g) |
| Honey | 2 tablespoons (42 g) |
| Red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) | 1–2 teaspoons (1–2 g) |
| Finely chopped fresh chives | 1/4 cup (12 g) |
| Roasted peanuts(finely chopped) | 1/4 cup (35 g) |
Directions (25 minutes min)
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 1–2 minutes until they float. Drain and set aside.
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Place the sesame seeds in a shallow bowl. Roll each dumpling in the sesame seeds to lightly coat.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the dumplings and cook for about 2–3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan.
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Make the Chive Chili Garlic Oil: In a medium bowl, whisk together Kadoya Roasted Sesame Oil, chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, honey, red pepper flakes, chives, and chopped peanuts.
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Serve the crispy sesame-crusted dumplings warm with the Chive Chili Garlic Oil for dipping.