When I’m craving something warm and savory for lunch, dumplings and potstickers are some of my favorites. I used to cook them in the microwave for convenience, but did you know you can make Bibigo dumplings in the air fryer too?
It is a game changer! The exterior texture is a little more crispy but still has that pleasant doughiness that you want from a dumpling. Inside, the warm filling is juicy and bursting with flavor.
Starting with Bibigo dumplings makes it easy, since you’re just warming up a pre-made frozen version. They’re also widely available at national retailers such as Walmart and Costco. However, this method works with other brands as well.
If you prefer to make your own, make sure to check out how to make homemade, not frozenair fryer dumplings.
Can You Put Bibigo Dumplings in the Air Fryer?
Yes, you can put Bibigo dumplings in the air fryer.
This cooking method is slower than the microwave, but I think it delivers a texturally better result. It’s also incredibly easy and requires little tending.
Putting the frozen dumplings in the air fryer is faster than the stovetop or oven methods as well.
The same air frying method works for Bibigo Mandu and wontons as well, though cooking times vary between the different items.
Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees, following manufacturer guidelines
Remove frozen Bibigo dumplings from all packaging (including the steam tray)
Spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking
Place the frozen dumplings in the preheated air fryer basket
Add an additional spritz of oil to the top of the dumplings if you want a more browned top (optional)
Cook Bibigo Korean dumplings in the air fryer at 350 for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through
Allow dumplings to rest for about 2 minutes before consuming
Serve with included sauce, or your favorite alternative
The dumplings will be very hot when they come out. Nip off the tops, or poke a small hole in the side of each with a chopstick to allow for better cooling.
I happen to have the pork version here, but the same process applies if you’re making Bibigo chicken dumplings in your air fryer.
Note that the dumplings do sometimes pop open during cooking. As you get close to the end of time, I try to check them periodically and pull them if they look ready to burst.
Making Bibigo dumplings in your air fryer is a quick and easy way to cook them. You’ll get a nice crunch, doughy skin, and juicy, hot insides.
I love them for lunch, but they also make a great appetizer or part of a larger spread for dinner. Some air fryer frozen spring rollswould make a perfect accompaniment!
6Bibigo chicken or pork dumplings, frozen(or 1 tray)
Oil spray(olive or similar)
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 350°F
Remove frozen Bibigo dumplings from all packaging
6 Bibigo chicken or pork dumplings, frozen
Spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking
Oil spray
Place the frozen dumplings in the preheated air fryer basket, leaving air space between each dumpling
Add an additional spritz of oil to the top of the dumplings if you want a more browned top (optional)
Air fry Bibigo Korean dumplings at 350°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through
If needed, cook for an additional minute, or until dumplings reach an internal temperature of 165°F
Allow dumplings to rest for about 2 minutes before consuming
Serve with included sauce, or your favorite alternative
Notes
If you like extra crispy dumplings, apply another spritz of oil after you’ve flipped them at the halfway mark
Dumplings will be very hot when they come out. Nip off the tops or poke a hole in the side with a chopstick to help release steam
Sometimes the dumplings will pop open during cooking. You can start monitoring around the 8 minute mark and pull them if they look ready to burst. Even if they do pop, they taste great still!
If the included sauce packet is frozen, run it under some hot tap water to thaw it while your dumplings are cooking
Recommended alternative dipping sauces include: soy sauce, gochujang, plum or duck sauce, or any other soy-based dumpling dipping sauce
Exact nutritional values will vary depending on specific flavor used and any sauces consumed, so please consider this as only a guideline or estimate
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