by Lynda Balslev (Author)
Embark on a delicious journey with this fun, beginner-friendly guide to delicious dumplings from around the globe. Explore trendy flavors, unique fillings, and cultural twists that will make every bite an adventure!
The whole world loves a dumpling. These little parcels of goodness are found in cuisines across the globe. Whether it's a slurpy Chinese soup dumpling, a spicy Indian samosa, a cheesy Polish pierogi, or a sugary German dampfnudel, there's a celebrated dumpling in every food culture. This book explores their history and guides you through making them with twenty delicious recipes from Asia, Europe, Middle East, Africa, German, and America. Some of the recipes include:
- Paraguayan Vori Vori
- Sweet Potato and Poblano Empanadas
- South African Souskluitjies
- Turkish Manti
- Potato and Bacon Kroppkakor
- Blueberry Dampfnudeln
- Georgian Khinkali
- Potato and Pea Samosas
- Kimchi Mandu with Tofu
- Chinese Shrimp and Chicken Wontons
- Mushroom and Cabbage Potstickers
Author Biography
Lynda Balslev is an award-winning writer, editor, and recipe developer. She created TasteFood, a nationally syndicated weekly food column and blog in 2007, and her work has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, The Huffington Post, Smithsonian Magazine, Harper's Bazaar, Buzzfeed, and People.
Number of Pages: 128
Dimensions: 0.6 x 5.2 x 4.1 IN
Publication Date: January 20, 2026
