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Why You’ll Love These Asian Baked Dumplings
If you’ve ever wondered whether dumplings can be baked in the oven, this recipe proves just how delicious they can be. Frozen dumplings and ramen cakes soak up layers of flavor while staying tender in a savory broth. It’s the ultimate Asian-inspired comfort food.
This one-pan baked dumplings recipe is a viral trend (just like my viral smash dumpling tacos) that’s easy enough for weeknights yet impressive for guests. With ramen added, it becomes a complete meal, and the gochujang broth infuses every bite with garlic, heat, and umami. Unlike fried dumplings, these bake in the oven without splattering oil, making them a lighter, healthier option.
The best part is how pantry-friendly it is. Staples like gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and frozen dumplings pair perfectly with fresh mushrooms and spinach for a meal that tastes like it took hours. My family loves it so much they ask for it often, and it’s become one of those dependable dinners that disappear fast. Make a double batch if you want leftovers, because this recipe rarely lasts long once it hits the table!
For more wholesome comfort meals, try my Instant Pot cabbage soup with ground beef or my ground beef cabbage stir fry.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what goes into this easy baked dumpling recipe.
- Gochujang: Adds a spicy, slightly sweet kick.
- Garlic cloves: Infuses the broth with rich flavor.
- Sugar: Balances the heat and saltiness.
- Sesame oil: Nutty depth that ties the broth together.
- Soy sauce: The salty, umami backbone of the dish.
- Water or broth: Creates the base for the sauce.
- Mushrooms & spinach: Adds texture and nutrients.
- Ramen cakes: Bulks up the dish for a filling one-pan dinner.
- Frozen dumplings: Any variety works, from pork to veggie.
- Green onions, sesame seeds, chili oil: Optional garnishes for freshness and heat.
How to Make Baked Dumplings
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a 9×13 baking dish, whisk together the gochujang, garlic, sugar, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Stir in the water or broth.
Step 2: Add sliced mushrooms and spinach, tossing them to coat in the broth.
Step 3: Place the ramen cakes in a single layer in the dish. Nestle the frozen dumplings around them, spooning broth over the top to coat.
Step 4: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Step 5: Remove the foil, flip and break up the ramen cakes with tongs or chopsticks, then bake uncovered for another 10-20 minutes until the dumplings and noodles are fully cooked.
Step 6: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or chili oil before serving. Enjoy right away!
Storage & Reheating Tips
- These baked dumplings are best enjoyed immediately while the noodles and dumplings are tender. If you do have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or gently simmer on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water until heated through.
Recipe FAQs
Yes! Frozen dumplings cook beautifully in the oven when baked in broth. They come out hot, tender, and infused with flavor.
While not as crispy as pan-fried dumplings, baking uncovered at the end helps them turn into golden brown baked dumplings around the edges.
Yes – pork, chicken, shrimp, or veggie dumplings all work in this baked dumpling recipe.
Yes, just choose gluten-free dumplings and ramen cakes to keep the dish entirely gluten free.
Baking the dumplings in broth is the key. The liquid keeps them tender and prevents them from becoming tough or chewy, while removing the foil halfway through helps balance tenderness with a golden finish.
These oven baked dumplings with ramen are proof that viral recipes can be just as practical as they are trendy. With one pan, minimal prep, and pantry-friendly ingredients, you get a comforting dinner that the whole family will love.
For more cozy one-pan inspiration, check out my crispy rice paper dumplings recipe or my pork bulgogi recipe.
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Viral Baked Dumplings with Ramen (Easy One-Pan Dinner)
Ingredients
- 1-2 tbsp gochujang, or sriracha
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce, or tamari sauce, for gluten free
- 5 cups water, or chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms, I used shiitake
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 3 ramen cakes, about 7.5 oz – I used gluten free
- 16-20 frozen dumplings, I used gluten free
- Chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and/or chili oil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a 9×3 dish, whisk together gochujang, garlic, sugar, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Pour in water or broth, and mix. If you want, you can also add the ramen seasoning packets that came with the ramen cakes, or add 3-4 tbsp of this seasoning.1-2 tbsp gochujang, 6 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 5 cups water
- Add mushroom and spinach, and stir to coat in the broth.2 cups sliced mushrooms, 2 cups baby spinach
- Submerge ramen cakes in the broth in a single layer, then add the dumplings around the ramen. It's okay for some of them to float. Spoon the broth over the dumplings.3 ramen cakes, 16-20 frozen dumplings
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil, then use tongs or chopsticks to flip over the ramen cakes and break them up if they are soft enough. Bake uncovered for another 10-20 minutes until the ramen and dumplings are cooked through (the time depends on the brand of ramen noodles and dumplings).
- Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and/or chili oil, if using. Enjoy right away!Chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and/or chili oil
Notes
- These baked dumplings are best enjoyed immediately while the noodles and dumplings are tender. If you do have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or gently simmer on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water until heated through.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
