GF Rice Paper Shrimp Dumplings

If you're craving dumplings but want to skip the gluten and heavy carbs, these Rice Paper Shrimp Dumplings are the perfect fix. They're high in protein, naturally gluten-free, and packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients like garlic and ginger. Whether you steam, pan-fry, or air-fry them, they’re light, crispy, and totally satisfying.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

• ✅ Gut-friendly with coconut aminos and easy-to-digest shrimp

• ✅ High-protein and low in refined ingredients

• ✅ Versatile: steam, air-fry, or pan-fry to your taste

• ✅ No dough required—we're using rice paper for an easy, gluten-free wrapper!

🛒 Ingredients

For the Dumplings:

• 20 sheets of rice paper

• 1 lb raw peeled shrimp, chopped into small pieces

• 2 cloves garlic, grated with a microplane

• ½ inch fresh ginger, grated with a microplane

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 1 teaspoon coconut sugar

• 1 tablespoon coconut aminos

• ½ teaspoon pepper

• 1 tablespoon avocado oil (to brush on dumplings)

For the Sauce:

• 4 tablespoons avocado oil

• 1 stalk green onion, finely minced

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 2 teaspoons red chili flakes

• 1 teaspoon coconut aminos

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the Filling

In a large bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, grated garlic and ginger, cornstarch, coconut sugar, coconut aminos, and pepper. Mix well until fully coated.

Note: If you're steaming, use raw shrimp. If you're air-frying or pan-frying, you can also use pre-cooked shrimp.

2. Wrap the Dumplings

• Fill a shallow dish with warm water and soak one rice paper sheet for about 10–15 seconds until soft.

• Lay it flat on a clean surface. Add 1 heaping tablespoon of shrimp mixture to the center.

• Fold in the sides, then roll tightly like a burrito.

• Optional but highly recommended: double wrap for a crispier finish and to prevent tearing.

3. Cook the Dumplings

Choose your method:

✅ Steamed: Place dumplings in a steamer lined with parchment and steam for 8–10 minutes.
✅ Air-fried: Preheat to 375°F. Brush dumplings with avocado oil and air-fry for 6 minutes, flipping halfway.
✅ Pan-fried: Heat a little avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry each side until golden and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side.

4. Make the Sauce

In a small saucepan, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Add minced green onion, garlic, and chili flakes. Sauté for 2–3 minutes. Stir in coconut aminos and remove from heat.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Dip your dumplings in the savory, spicy sauce and enjoy hot! Serve with a side of steamed greens or a simple cucumber salad for a complete gut-friendly meal.

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💡 Gut Health Tip:

Shrimp is an easily digestible protein, while ginger and garlic support a healthy microbiome and reduce bloating. Using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce lowers sodium and is soy-free—great for sensitive guts!

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