Discover Dumpling Names from Different Countries

Nov 06, 2023

China

Dumpling Name: 饺子 (jiǎozi)

Steamed dumplings Jiaozi

Interesting Fact: Dumplings are often associated with Chinese New Year and symbolize wealth and prosperity.

Japan

Dumpling Name: 餃子 (gyōza)

Grilled dumplings image


Interesting Fact: Japanese gyōza are typically pan-fried and served with a dipping sauce.

Italy

Dumpling Name: Ravioli

delicious ravioli stuffed with ricotta cheese cooked  in creamy garlic mushrooms sauce in a skillet on an old wooden table, view from above, close-up


Interesting Fact: Italian ravioli are pasta parcels filled with various ingredients like cheese, meat, or vegetables.

Thailand

Dumpling Name: ขนมจีน (khanom jeen)


Interesting Fact: Thai khanom jeen are a type of rice noodle dumplings often served with flavorful sauces and toppings.

India

Dumpling Name: Momo

Top view of delicious Nepali traditional snack, chicken MoMo serve with spicy and sour sauce in a white plate


Interesting Fact: Indian momo are popular in regions like Nepal and the northeastern parts of India, and they are often filled with meat or vegetables.

South Korea

Dumpling Name: Mandu

Oriental Fried Dumplings with Minced Meat also known as Gyoza, Dim Sum, Jiaozi, Momo, Tortellini, Pierogi, Varenyky, Mandu or Ravioli Close Up. Hot Crunchy Deep-Fried Beef and Mutton Pelmeni


Interesting Fact: Korean mandu are versatile dumplings with a variety of fillings, and they are a popular dish during holidays and celebrations.

Turkey

Dumpling Name: Manti

Manty with beef


Interesting Fact: Turkish manti are small dumplings often filled with minced meat and served with yogurt and garlic sauce.

Mexico

Dumpling Name: Empanada

Two types of empanadas on a wooden plate with ketchup. White stone background.


Interesting Fact: Mexican empanadas are pastry pockets often filled with meats, cheeses, and various fillings, enjoyed as a popular street food.

Russia

Dumpling Name: Pelmeni

Boiled Russian dumplings on a plate. Green onion


Interesting Fact: Russian pelmeni are small meat-filled dumplings, typically served with sour cream or vinegar.

Greece

Dumpling Name: Koubideh

Mix Kubideh - one skewer of ground beef and one skewer of ground chicken, seasoned and flame broiled, served with grilled tomatoes and basmati rice.


Interesting Fact: Greek koubideh are savory meat dumplings, often grilled and seasoned with herbs and spices.