If you’re looking for a weeknight dinner that delivers big flavor for minimal effort, try these One Pan Sweet Corn Coconut Dumplings. Featuring frozen dumplings in an aromatic coconut broth with pops of sweet corn, ginger, scallions, and chili oil. Ready in just 30 minutes and best served with a crisp cucumber salad.

Why You’ll Love this One Pan Dumplings Recipe

• Flexible. This recipe is naturally dairy free and nut free, and can easily be made vegetarian or vegan with the right dumplings. So if you’re feeding a crowd with mixed dietary needs, this recipe is designed to be flexible and inclusive!
• Quick + Easy. You can’t beat a one pan, 30 minute dinner recipe on busy weeknights. Leaning on frozen potstickers ensures you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen when you’re craving something cozy and nourishing.
• Customizable. I love using fresh corn during the summer months when it’s in season, however frozen also works well. And if you’re not a fan of bok choy, you can easily swap it for spinach.
• Bold Flavors. Between the fresh ginger and garlic, fish sauce, scallions, and chili oil, this one pan dumplings recipe delivers BIG on flavor. Every slurp of broth feels almost invigorating, similar to my Coconut Poached Fish recipe.

I love serving these delicious one pan dumplings alongside a crisp, crunchy cucumber salad for the ultimate summer dinner. (Cucumber Sesame Salad, Cucumber Peach Salad, or Cucumber Edamame Salad.)

It’s the perfect alchemy of savory and sweet flavors, and is satiating enough to be enjoyed as a main entree.

I love to garnish it with a drizzle of chili oil (or chili crunch) and smattering of fresh cilantro for a bold, vibrant finish.

The Ingredients

• Frozen Potstickers: You can use vegetarian, chicken, or pork potstickers, which also may be labeled as “gyoza”. If using vegetarian, look for ones that include tofu, which will offer a good punch of protein.
• Corn: I love using fresh sweet corn during the summer months when it’s in peak season. Otherwise, frozen corn works perfectly fine.
• Bok Choy: If you’re unfamiliar with bok choy, it’s a type of Chinese cabbage with a crunchy, bulbous stem and leafy green top. It has a mild, slightly peppery flavor, which turns subtly sweet after cooking.
• Ginger + Garlic: Fresh ginger and garlic create the aromatic base of the coconut broth. Be sure to use fresh over dried, which is much more flavorful.
• Scallions: You’ll be using the whole scallion (green onion) in this recipe. The white/pale green part gets sautéed, while the vibrant green tops are reserved for garnish.
• Coconut Milk: Look for canned, full-fat coconut milk, which creates a silky, rich broth. For a lower calorie, lower fat option, you can use homemade or store-bought cashew cream (more on this in the recipe notes).
• Broth: Either vegetable or chicken broth works!
• Fish Sauce: A common ingredient in East Asian and Southeast Asian cuisines, fish sauce offers salty, pungent umami flavor. A little goes a long way!
• Vinegar: Look for seasoned rice vinegar, which is enhanced with a little sugar and salt. Adding a little acidity (in the form of vinegar) gives the broth a fresh lift. Alternatively, you can finish the dumplings with a spritz of fresh lime juice.
• Chili Oil: The heat from chili oil (or chili crunch) helps balance the sweetness and cuts through the richness of the broth. Alternatively, you can add some fresh red chili or a dash of sriracha.
• Herbs: Finish the one pan dumplings with cilantro or basil for a fresh lift.

For a complete list of ingredients and quantities, see the recipe card below.

The Directions

Step 1: Sauté Aromatics. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add scallions, ginger, and garlic; cook 1 to 2 minutes, until aromatic.

Step 2: Add Corn and Bok Choy.

Step 3: Sauté veggies often soft, about 5 to 6 minutes. Season with a pinch of kosher salt.

Step 4: Stir in Coconut Milk, Fish Sauce, and Vinegar. Bring mixture to a simmer.

Step 5: Add Potstickers, cover, and simmer for 7 to 8 minutes, turning once halfway through, until cooked through.

Lastly, garnish with chili oil, remaining scallions, and cilantro.

Recipe Variations

• Make Vegetarian or Vegan. Use vegetarian potstickers (or tofu gyoza) and swap the fish sauce for tamari, soy sauce, or white miso paste.
• Make Gluten Free. Choose certified gluten free dumplings, potstickers, or gyoza. I love the frozen gluten free potstickers by the brand Feel Good Foods.
• Adjust Spice. Customize the heat by adding as much (or as little) chili oil or chili crunch as you like. For extra heat, add a diced red chili pepper to the aromatic mix.
• Boost Protein. To amp up the protein, add 1/2 cup of shelled edamame to the corn mixture. You can also serve the dumplings with a soft-boiled or fried egg on top to make it extra filling.
• Veggie Swap. Either in addition or in place of the corn and bok choy, this recipe is also delicious with sautéed zucchini, baby spinach, mushrooms, and bell peppers.

Serving Suggestions

These one pan dumplings are hearty enough to be enjoyed as a stand-alone meal. However, they also pair well with an assortment of sides and grains. Here are a few suggestions:

• Cucumber Salad. Enjoy the dumplings alongside a crisp, crunchy cucumber salad. I especially love the flavor pairings of this Cucumber Edamame Salad.
• Pickled Veggies. Quick-pickled red onion or daikon radish bring delicious brightness and crunch to the dumplings.
• Rice or Rice Noodles. For a heartier dish, enjoy the sweet corn coconut dumplings over Jasmine rice, which will soak up any extra broth.
• Broccoli. Prepare this 15 minute Sautéed Broccoli recipe for a speedy, nutritious side. This 10 minute Thai Broccoli and Chickpea Salad is also a delicious option!

How to Store and Reheat

• To Store. Let the dish cool before transferring to an airtight storage container. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• To Reheat.
  • Stovetop (preferred method): Reheat gently in a saucepan or sauté pan over medium heat until warm. Add an extra splash of broth, if needed, to help thin the broth.
  • Microwave: Heat in a microwave-safe bowl in 1-minute intervals, stirring in between, until the dumplings are warm.

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