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Crazy Dumplings
Librarian Note: Alternate Cover Edition for ISBN-10: 0990775313 / ISBN-13: 9780990775317.
Dumplings. Wontons. Jiaozi. This remarkably simple food is found throughout Asia and in Chinese restaurants and kitchens around the world, but have you ever filled a dumpling wrapper with chicken? Lobster? North American Plains Bison? Hardly anyone has! The Crazy Dumplings Cookbook features over 100 recipes with some of the craziest and most delicious dumpling filling recipes you will ever see. From Chicken Taquito Dumplings to Timey-Wimey Dumplings to a dumpling for your dog, Crazy Dumplings will show you all the crazy things you can stuff into a dumpling wrapper for an easy meal or snack.
Dumplings. Wontons. Jiaozi. This remarkably simple food is found throughout Asia and in Chinese restaurants and kitchens around the world, but have you ever filled a dumpling wrapper with chicken? Lobster? North American Plains Bison? Hardly anyone has! The Crazy Dumplings Cookbook features over 100 recipes with some of the craziest and most delicious dumpling filling recipes you will ever see. From Chicken Taquito Dumplings to Timey-Wimey Dumplings to a dumpling for your dog, Crazy Dumplings will show you all the crazy things you can stuff into a dumpling wrapper for an easy meal or snack.
176 pages, Paperback
First published November 3, 2014
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November 8, 2015
First, this was a delightfully informative cookbook. It’s inventive and traditional and made from scratch, like the recipes. I really appreciate that the author includes a basic dumpling wrapper recipe for those that like to start from complete scratch. Though, of course, if I am feeling lazy or short of time, I can always use the pre-made wrappers available at my local grocery store.
This book has a wide range of appeal. There’s recipes for vegetarians and recipes for meat lovers as well. I also quite enjoyed the culture food fusion recipes, like the Mushroom and Ricotta Dumplings recipe. There’s dumplings for the sweet tooth as plenty of savory dumpling recipes.
The book is well organized and easy to navigate. The recipes are simple and straight forward. I can easily see making modifications for taste or dietary reasons (or if I simply don’t have one of the ingredients handy). This book made it easy for me to make some spin offs and it was fun explore the possibilities. I especially liked the Hispanic dumpling recipes as we do plenty of Hispanic cooking and turning some of the left overs into dumplings was a nice change of pace. In fact, there is a whole section on taking your left overs and turning them into dumplings. This just seems like a natural thing to do. While I didn’t try any of the sauce recipes (rather just went sauceless or just a little soy for me), I am glad the book includes them for when I want to be fancy and serve dumplings to family and friends.
The wonton soup and dumpling soup recipes are a nice edition as well. While I did not try any of these (yet!), I have made wonton soup in the past and I look forward to trying these recipes out. Also, the book comes with a little bonus to treat your four legged friends as well. Of course my dog would love to try a dumpling! For those that worry about it, there’s a handy metric volume conversion table near the end. There’s a handful of pictures scattered through the book and these made a nice little addition. Food is beautiful and it is nice to have a visual reminder of that.
I received a review copy of this book via Reading Addiction Book Tours.
This book has a wide range of appeal. There’s recipes for vegetarians and recipes for meat lovers as well. I also quite enjoyed the culture food fusion recipes, like the Mushroom and Ricotta Dumplings recipe. There’s dumplings for the sweet tooth as plenty of savory dumpling recipes.
The book is well organized and easy to navigate. The recipes are simple and straight forward. I can easily see making modifications for taste or dietary reasons (or if I simply don’t have one of the ingredients handy). This book made it easy for me to make some spin offs and it was fun explore the possibilities. I especially liked the Hispanic dumpling recipes as we do plenty of Hispanic cooking and turning some of the left overs into dumplings was a nice change of pace. In fact, there is a whole section on taking your left overs and turning them into dumplings. This just seems like a natural thing to do. While I didn’t try any of the sauce recipes (rather just went sauceless or just a little soy for me), I am glad the book includes them for when I want to be fancy and serve dumplings to family and friends.
The wonton soup and dumpling soup recipes are a nice edition as well. While I did not try any of these (yet!), I have made wonton soup in the past and I look forward to trying these recipes out. Also, the book comes with a little bonus to treat your four legged friends as well. Of course my dog would love to try a dumpling! For those that worry about it, there’s a handy metric volume conversion table near the end. There’s a handful of pictures scattered through the book and these made a nice little addition. Food is beautiful and it is nice to have a visual reminder of that.
I received a review copy of this book via Reading Addiction Book Tours.
December 19, 2015
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Crazy Dumplings is a novel idea by expat-local author Amanda Roberts. She brings together cuisines from all over the globe and gives them an Asian spin by making them into dumpling/wonton/jiaozi fillings.
Crazy Dumplings is immediately enticing with full colour photographs of how to fold your dumplings as well as the finished products. It contains 80 recipes for all kinds of dumplings – traditional and modern, sweet and savoury, vegetarian and for meat-lovers. There’s even a recipe for dumplings for dogs!
Amanda also includes a few recipes for different sauces to compliment whichever dumplings you choose...
Crazy Dumplings is a novel idea by expat-local author Amanda Roberts. She brings together cuisines from all over the globe and gives them an Asian spin by making them into dumpling/wonton/jiaozi fillings.
Crazy Dumplings is immediately enticing with full colour photographs of how to fold your dumplings as well as the finished products. It contains 80 recipes for all kinds of dumplings – traditional and modern, sweet and savoury, vegetarian and for meat-lovers. There’s even a recipe for dumplings for dogs!
Amanda also includes a few recipes for different sauces to compliment whichever dumplings you choose...
April 29, 2015
Although I am not the typical cookbook reader (nor cook...), Crazy Dumplings suits me perfectly as an expat. I love the interplay between dumplings - the delicious local cuisine - and the wide assortment of tastes that possibly only a foodie westerner abroad could come up with. From dumplings with a Mexican cuisine twist to sweet chocolate dumplings, a variety this dumpling lover never thought possible. You'll never again come across jiaozi like this, crazy indeed. This book is a lot of fun for experienced cooks and beginners alike.
Also, I definitely appreciated the vegetarian options!
Also, I definitely appreciated the vegetarian options!
August 17, 2015
Absolutely adore this book. Has probably the best explanation of making wonton wrappers I have read. Roberts seems to agree with my belief that you can make dumplings out of almost anything.
January 16, 2015
Read the full review on my blog: http://newberyandbeyond.com/guest-rev...
Over the years, I have tried making dumplings a number of different ways by means of recipes from sources ranging from the authentic (demonstrated by a Chinese professor friend of mine) to the improvised (working without a recipe at all and only a vague idea of what the end goal should be). The results of these attempts ranged in terms of success, but I never really mastered the process. Making dumplings still seemed like something that would elude the moniker of effortless. While this book has its imperfections, it certainly goes a long way to making the process of preparing dumplings less daunting.
The greatest strength of this book is how accessible it makes the entire process. Most of what you would need to make the majority of these recipes can be found in any Walmart. While my cupboard has accumulated exotic sauces and spices from various ethnic stores, most novices to Eastern cuisine aren’t aware of the existence of more than one kind of soy sauce, and this book does a fantastic job of introducing some more traditional Chinese flavors without calling for anything that more under equipped regions couldn’t readily find. Simplicity is the goal as the book guides the reader through the form of making dumplings, as it impresses upon the reader the art of dumpling making is one that can be adapted easily as one needs to make adjustments.
*Note: I received a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Over the years, I have tried making dumplings a number of different ways by means of recipes from sources ranging from the authentic (demonstrated by a Chinese professor friend of mine) to the improvised (working without a recipe at all and only a vague idea of what the end goal should be). The results of these attempts ranged in terms of success, but I never really mastered the process. Making dumplings still seemed like something that would elude the moniker of effortless. While this book has its imperfections, it certainly goes a long way to making the process of preparing dumplings less daunting.
The greatest strength of this book is how accessible it makes the entire process. Most of what you would need to make the majority of these recipes can be found in any Walmart. While my cupboard has accumulated exotic sauces and spices from various ethnic stores, most novices to Eastern cuisine aren’t aware of the existence of more than one kind of soy sauce, and this book does a fantastic job of introducing some more traditional Chinese flavors without calling for anything that more under equipped regions couldn’t readily find. Simplicity is the goal as the book guides the reader through the form of making dumplings, as it impresses upon the reader the art of dumpling making is one that can be adapted easily as one needs to make adjustments.
*Note: I received a free digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
June 22, 2015
This review was modified for Goodreads and you can find the full review here: https://nerisaewaterman.wordpress.com...
Crazy Dumplings is the holy grail of dumplings…this is definitely not your average cookbook. You will find traditional dumpling recipes and the not so traditional…And with recipes like honey pear duck dumplings, fancy lobster dumplings, cherry pie dumplings, cheesecake dumplings and so much more. … there is a dumpling in this cookbook for everyone.
So whether you like it hot or spicy… or sweet and savory…with detailed instructions, easy accessible ingredients, this cookbook will definitely help you impress that special someone…And make you the master of the Kitchen...leaving nothing to the imagination.
Crazy Dumplings is the holy grail of dumplings…this is definitely not your average cookbook. You will find traditional dumpling recipes and the not so traditional…And with recipes like honey pear duck dumplings, fancy lobster dumplings, cherry pie dumplings, cheesecake dumplings and so much more. … there is a dumpling in this cookbook for everyone.
So whether you like it hot or spicy… or sweet and savory…with detailed instructions, easy accessible ingredients, this cookbook will definitely help you impress that special someone…And make you the master of the Kitchen...leaving nothing to the imagination.
January 24, 2018
I loved this cookbook. It is a perfect mix of East meets West. The recipes were easy to follow and delicious. The array of different fillings was fantastic and got my imagination going to see what else can be used. The author made something that could be intimidating into easy painless new favorites. Highly recommend.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 8, 2016
A cook book is a constant. Not a book you finish. I loved the variety and fun of the dumplings. Easy to follow. Look for my full review on AMAZON
January 19, 2018
This is a great cookbook about dumplings. Savory dumplings and sweet (dessert) dumplings. All mouthwatering. The author does a nice job introducing the dumpling and its connection to her. It seems as if the dumpling allowed her to integrate more into the Chinese culture. She has taken her love of this food and transformed it into a receptical for Asian, Mexican and holiday leftover fillings. She also explains wok use which, always having a gas stove, did not realize the electric stove could prove problematic unless you a flat bottom wok.
I've put several dumplings and sauces on my to make list and wrote the ingredients on my shopping list. I have made empanadas so I'm hopeful I can make up dumplings that will look like what's on the pages of the cookbook. However she does recommend the dumpling maker which I think is a great idea, especially for uniformity. She also admits that some ingredients may be difficult to find unless you head to a specialty grocery store. I will probably pass on those recipes.
This is a good book to have on hand especially for making something for parties or make ahead and freeze.
I am recommending you add this book to your cookbook library. Now I'm looking forward to her second dumpling cookbook for even more mouthwatering recipes.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I've put several dumplings and sauces on my to make list and wrote the ingredients on my shopping list. I have made empanadas so I'm hopeful I can make up dumplings that will look like what's on the pages of the cookbook. However she does recommend the dumpling maker which I think is a great idea, especially for uniformity. She also admits that some ingredients may be difficult to find unless you head to a specialty grocery store. I will probably pass on those recipes.
This is a good book to have on hand especially for making something for parties or make ahead and freeze.
I am recommending you add this book to your cookbook library. Now I'm looking forward to her second dumpling cookbook for even more mouthwatering recipes.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 29, 2018
Certainly crazy if you don't try this
Amanda Roberts has created a lovely collection of both traditional and non-traditional dumplings for the average home cook. Who would have thought that mixing different ethnic cuisines and sweets into dumplings would be so very tasty. This is a very good cookbook with easy to obtain ingredients, simple to follow recipes, and the addition of from scratch sauce recipes for some of the more adventurous cooks.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Amanda Roberts has created a lovely collection of both traditional and non-traditional dumplings for the average home cook. Who would have thought that mixing different ethnic cuisines and sweets into dumplings would be so very tasty. This is a very good cookbook with easy to obtain ingredients, simple to follow recipes, and the addition of from scratch sauce recipes for some of the more adventurous cooks.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 3, 2018
4.5 Stars
WOW! This author has an enthralling background story! The recipes in this cookbook are amazing. So many dumplings it’s difficult to know where to start. There’s something for everyone with savory dumplings and sweet ones too. I wish there were pictures of the different types of fillings and sauces. The ingredients are easily accessible and the dumplings are easy to make. The folding might take a little longer to master though. I highly recommend this fabulous cookbook.
WOW! This author has an enthralling background story! The recipes in this cookbook are amazing. So many dumplings it’s difficult to know where to start. There’s something for everyone with savory dumplings and sweet ones too. I wish there were pictures of the different types of fillings and sauces. The ingredients are easily accessible and the dumplings are easy to make. The folding might take a little longer to master though. I highly recommend this fabulous cookbook.
January 9, 2018
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. What a great variety of recipes. Not only are there some amazing dumpling recipes the author has included useful condiment recipes. A very well thought out cookbook.
January 29, 2018
I absolutely love this cookbook! I have never made homemade dumplings like this before but I can't wait to try them. I found sooo many recipes that I am looking forward to trying. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book in exchange for a free copy.
February 2, 2018
The recipes were well written and easy to follow. Taste is a personal thing but I certainly liked what I made. I would recommend this cookbook.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 8, 2019
Sweet & savory dumplings with wrapper and sauce recipes too. Great illustrations of the different types of folding. Excellent.
February 8, 2017
Super cute cookbook!
I really enjoyed this cookbook. The recipes are fun and easy. The images and little icons throughout really show that the author put a lot if live into this book. Highly recommend!!
I really enjoyed this cookbook. The recipes are fun and easy. The images and little icons throughout really show that the author put a lot if live into this book. Highly recommend!!
January 30, 2018
This was such a wonderful collection of recipes. There are so many that I want to try and can't wait to dive into such a marvelous variety.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 9, 2018
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I loved this dumpling cookbook I love dumplings and this book gave me some more ideas.
I loved this dumpling cookbook I love dumplings and this book gave me some more ideas.
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