Celebrate Lunar New Year with MAGGI: 2 Recipes and Menu Inspiration

A delectable vegan option that combines the flavours of Warrigal greens, water chestnuts, and more. Learn how to make the dumpling dough, prepare the filling, and fold them into the classic dumpling shape. Serve them with a mouth-watering MAGGI Seasoning dipper.

Makes: 10 servings
Time: 50 minutes

Dumpling Dough:
300g (2 cups) plain flour
180ml (3/4 cup) hot water

Filling:
15ml (1 tbsp) vegetable oil
15ml (1 tbsp) sesame oil
150g leek, sliced very thinly
15g garlic (5 cloves), chopped finely
3 cm piece fresh ginger (15g), chopped finely 
60g English spinach, blanched, drained well, and chopped finely 
65g Warrigal greens, blanched, drained well, and chopped finely 
40g water chestnuts, chopped finely

Dipping Sauce:
5g (1 tsp) toasted sesame seeds
5g green spring onion, sliced thinly
10g (1 ½ tbsp) fried eschalots
60ml (1/4 cup) Maggi Seasoning
 

Method:

1. Place the flour in a bowl and make a well in the centre. Gradually add hot water and knead dough on a lightly floured surface until dough comes together; cover and rest for 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, to make filling, heat combined oils in a large fry pan over medium to high heat. Add leek and sauté until tender. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute. Add spinach, Warrigal greens, and water chestnuts; toss for 1 minute or until greens are wilted. Remove pan from heat; set aside and allow mixture to cool and dry.
3. Roll dough to a thickness of 1mm. Using 12cm round cutter, cut 20 rounds. Place 1 tbsp in filling in centre of each round. Brush the edge with a little water; fold over to enclose the filling. Use your fingertips to pleat the edge 4- 5 times. Place on a plate. Repeat with remaining mixture and dough rounds. Steam the dumplings for 8 to 10 minutes or until cooked though.
4. For the dipping sauce, combine sesame seeds, spring onion, eschalots and Maggi Seasoning in a small bowl; stir until well combined.
5. Heat a little extra oil in a large frying pan over high heat until just smoking. Remove from heat. Arrange dumplings over the base of the frying pan. Return to the heat and cook for 2 minutes or until the base of the dumplings are golden.
6. Serve dumplings with the Maggi Seasoning dipping Sauce, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced shallots, if desired.

A quick and flavourful dish featuring tender Bok Choy, garlic, ginger, and the umami-rich MAGGI Seasoning. Follow the simple steps to create a vibrant stir-fry that pairs perfectly with your favourite main dishes. Enhance the dish with a sprinkle of fried shallots for an added burst of flavour and visual appeal.

Makes: 10 servings
Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

3 cloves garlic, peeled, sliced thinly 
4cm piece fresh ginger (20g), sliced thinly
20ml (1 tbsp) sesame oil
20ml  (1 tbsp) vegetable oil
3 bunches Bok Choy, washed and trimmed
40 to 50ml (2 – 2½ tbsp) MAGGI Seasoning
50g (2/3 cup) fried shallot

Method:

1. Heat a large wok over high heat.
2. In a small bowl combine garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and vegetable oil. Add oil mixture to the wok.
3. Add Bok Choy and toss continuously for 2-3 minutes, or until the Bok Choy is just tender.
4. Drizzle MAGGI Seasoning over the Bok Choy and tossing for another minute. Remove from heat and transfer to serving dish; sprinkle over fried shallots.
5. Serve hot as a side dish with your favourite dishes.

• MAGGI Seasoning can also be used as a hot or cold seasoning for salads, vegetables, proteins, grains, and as a flavourful dip
• Feel free to adjust the amount of MAGGI Seasoning according to your taste preference
• Fry the dumplings in a pan for a different texture

Lunar New Year: The Year of the Dragon and Celebrations, this year falls on February 10th, marking the beginning of the Year of the Dragon. This auspicious occasion is celebrated by millions around the world, including Australia. Lunar New Year is a time for family gatherings, feasting, and honouring traditions.

In Australia, Lunar New Year festivities are vibrant and diverse, reflecting the multicultural nature of the country. Families come together to share a special meal, often featuring symbolic dishes that represent luck, prosperity, and good fortune. It is a time to exchange gifts, offer blessings, and pay respects to ancestors.

As a restaurant owner or chef, you can embrace the spirit of Lunar New Year by incorporating traditional elements into your menu. The Warrigal Green Dumplings and Wok-Tossed Bok Choy recipes we have shared are perfect additions to your Lunar New Year offerings. These dishes not only showcase the flavours of the season but also provide a unique culinary experience for your customers.

With these two delightful recipes, you can revamp your menu for Lunar New Year celebrations and impress your customers with the flavours of the season. Whether you choose to serve the Warrigal Green Dumplings with noodles or enjoy the Wok-Tossed Bok Choy as a side dish, these recipes will add a festive touch to your culinary offerings. Embrace the spirit of the Year of the Dragon and elevate your menu with these easy-to-make dishes that showcase the excellence of MAGGI product. May the Lunar New Year bring you and your customers joy, prosperity, and delicious moments shared together.