Pea and Ricotta Potstickers With Homemade Dumpling Wrappers

Making dumpling wrappers from scratch may seem daunting, but this method makes it highly achievable. While there are many types of dumpling skins, some of which are made with starches, my preferred variety to make at home requires just two humble ingredients—flour and water—and happens to be one of the easiest doughs to work with. This dough is incredibly malleable and adaptable. The near-boiling water is the magic ingredient—the heat basically cooks the proteins in the flour, preventing the gluten from forming too much, reducing elasticity. This creates a robust dough that is extremely easy to roll out. Even if you want to make it ahead or have to pop it in the fridge to rest for a few hours, it comes out soft enough to roll. Hot-water dumpling dough is best for pan-fried potstickers and steamed dumplings (they’re too thin to boil). There are also instructions for how to use store-bought wrappers, if you prefer. (Find all of my most valuable dumpling tips here!) This recipe is adapted from my book To Asia, With Love, where I have recipes for potstickers stuffed with all kinds of fillings. —Hetty McKinnon