Clan: Red Dragon 🔴
Category: Starters
Crimson Lantern Tomato Dumplings
Description
Tender pan-seared dumplings filled with tomato, ricotta and basil, with a bright roasted pepper dip.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made for sharing before the main feast
- Bold flavour with an easy method
- Ideal for tavern nights and gatherings
Prep Time: 25 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Serves: 6
Ingredients
- 24 dumpling wrappers
- 180g ricotta
- 6 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small tomato, deseeded and diced
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 1 roasted red pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
Method
Step 1
Mix the ricotta, tomatoes and basil, then season.
Step 2
Fill each wrapper, moisten the edge, fold and seal firmly.
Step 3
Blend the roasted pepper with olive oil and vinegar.
Step 4
Pan-fry until golden underneath, add a splash of water, cover and steam for 4 minutes.
🐉 Dragon’s Tip
Do not overfill the wrappers or the seams may open while cooking.
Adventurer’s Notes
Serve this starter as part of a mixed sharing board, or double the quantities when a larger adventuring party gathers at the table.
Lore of the Hoard
The Red Dragon kitchens serve this dish as the first welcome to a feast: a small plate designed to wake the appetite and hint at the flavours still to come.
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