There's several things which affect how the frozen dumplings cook. They all vary in size, thickness, type of filling, thickness & type of wrapper so you’ll have to adjust timing. For best and even cooking, don't overcrowd the basket. Fill just an even single layer. Cook in batches if needed.Make sure to spray & completely coat the dumplings with oil so the wrapper gets crispy, not dry and hard.All air fryers are different and some cook much hotter than others. Once you cook your first batch, you’ll know more of what works for your model of air fryer and size of food. These were tested on basket style air fryers. Read more recipe notes below the recipe. Nutrition will vary depending on individual dumpling types.
Prep Time1 minutemin
Cook Time14 minutesmins
Total Time15 minutesmins
Servings: 4servings
Calories: 145kcal
Ingredients
12Frozen Dumplings
oil spray, to coat the dumplings
optional dipping sauce (soy sauce & sesame seed oil, hoisin, sweet & sour, hot mustard, hot sauce, etc. – see write up above recipe for additional dip ideas)
Place the frozen dumplings in the air fryer basket and spread out into a single even layer.Spray liberally with oil to completely coat the dumplings. If you don't use oil spray the dumplings will cook dry and hard.
Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for about 6-8 minutes. Check after the first 6 minutes to make sure they don't burn. Some air fryers cook hotter than others.
Flip the dumplings over and continue to Air Fry at 380°F/193°C for another 2-6 minutes if needed until crispy on the outside OR until they are cooked to your preferred doneness.
Allow them to cool for a bit. Serve with soy sauce or your favorite dip.
Notes
Air Frying Tips and Notes:
Cook Frozen - Do not thaw first.
Turn as needed. Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.
Recipe timing is based on a non-preheated air fryer. If cooking in multiple batches back to back, the following batches may cook a little quicker.
Recipes were tested in 3.7 to 6 qt. air fryers. If using a larger air fryer, they might cook quicker so adjust cooking time.
Remember to set a timer to flip/turn as directed in recipe.