Mandu (dumpling) facts for kids

Mandu

Mandu are a type of delicious dumpling from Korea. They are like little pockets of dough filled with yummy ingredients. Mandu were first brought to Korea a long time ago, during the middle of the Joseon dynasty.

What are Mandu?

Mandu are made from flour dough. This dough is wrapped around a special filling called so. The so usually contains meat and vegetables.

Ingredients for the Filling

The most common meat used for so is pork. But sometimes, people also use beef, chicken, or even pheasant.

Common vegetables in the filling include carrots, cucumbers, onions, and bean sprouts. Other tasty additions can be kimchi, tofu, or chopped noodles made from sweet potatoes.

How Mandu are Cooked

Mandu can be cooked in many different ways! They can be fried, boiled, steamed, or even baked. Each cooking method gives the mandu a different name and a unique taste.

Mandu are usually served with a dipping sauce. This sauce is often made from soy sauce mixed with vinegar. It adds a nice tangy flavor to the dumplings.

Mandu Through Time

Long ago, mandu were a special treat. People only made them during the early winter or for holidays. They were a dish for celebrations.

However, today, mandu are a popular everyday food in Korea. You can find them easily in restaurants, street food stalls, and even make them at home. They are a favorite snack or meal for many people.

Images for kids

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  Manduguk (dumpling soup)

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  Gun-mandu (pan-fried dumplings)

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  Jjin-mandu (steamed dumplings)

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  Mul-mandu (boiled dumplings)

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  Wang-mandu (large steamed bun dumplings)

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  Daegu napjak-mandu (flat dumplings)

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  Common dumplings sold in Korean street restaurants

See also

In Spanish: Mandu para niños