Easy Water Dumpling Dough

For those who appreciate simplicity and excellent taste — ideal! Dough for dumplings made with water turns out soft and elastic, rolls out well and does not stick to your hands. Making dumplings with it is a pleasure! Homemade dumplings made with your own hands will bring the whole family to the table!
cook time: 30 min
Caleb Huxley
Easy Water Dumpling Dough

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

273
Calories
6g
Fat
40g
Carbs
8g
Protein

Ingredients (4 portions)

Basic:

Salt 1 tsp
Wheat flour 460 g
Water 200 ml
Eggs 1 pc
Vegetable oil 2 tbsp

Recipe instructions

Step 1

Step 1
How to make a simple elastic dough for homemade dumplings using water and eggs? To begin, prepare the products according to the list. Wheat flour must be sifted, at the same time it will be saturated with oxygen, and the dough will acquire the ideal consistency. It is better to take premium flour from durum wheat. Be sure to rinse the egg with water or wash it with soap to prevent harmful bacteria from entering the body.

Step 2

Step 2
Dissolve the required amount of salt in warm boiled water. Let the water cool completely. Place the flour in a bowl of suitable size, make a well and add water. Pour in water in small portions, gradually kneading the dough with a spoon.

Step 3

Step 3
Before adding the egg, beat it with a fork or whisk.

Step 4

Step 4
Add the egg to the bowl with flour, mix well.

Step 5

Step 5
Pour in vegetable oil — refined with a neutral taste. Stir the dough with a spoon as long as possible.

Step 6

Step 6
Then transfer it to a floured work surface and continue kneading with your hands. Add flour as needed. You may need more or less flour depending on its properties. Read more about flour in a separate article at the link at the end of the recipe.

Step 7

Step 7
The dough should become smooth, quite dense, and not stick to your hands.

Step 8

Step 8
Place the finished dough in a plastic bag or wrap it in cling film. Leave it to “rest” for 30 minutes at room temperature, this will make it easier to work with. After that, start making dumplings. For the filling you can use minced beef, pork or chicken. At your discretion. You can also add raw or fried onions, garlic, and ground black pepper. Bon appetit!

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