Recipe

On a weekend in Melbourne, the whole family gathers around the kitchen island to make dumplings together. With the Geedel vegetable chopper, you turn firm cabbage leaves into soft, fine shreds in just four spins—then use the salad spinner to remove excess moisture, saving over half an hour compared to hand-chopping. The kids roll the wrappers, grandparents fold the dumplings, and you mix the filling. Juicy chicken and cabbage blend into a savory, aromatic delight. Each boiled dumpling bursts with flavor—a simple weekend joy made together.

Ingredients (Serves 8)

- 50 dumpling wrappers  

- 300g chicken breast (minced)  

- 1 head of cabbage (use the firm parts)  

- 1 celery stalk (leaves removed)  

- 1 small piece of ginger (minced)  

- 3 garlic cloves (minced)  

- 2 tbsp light soy sauce  

- 1 tbsp sesame oil  

- 1 tsp salt  

- ½ tsp white pepper  

Instructions  

1. Shred the Vegetables  

Cut cabbage into chunks and process in the Geedel vegetable chopper—four spins create fine, soft shreds. Repeat with celery in three spins.  

Use the salad spinner to thoroughly drain the cabbage, preventing a watery filling. Toss the shreds with soy sauce and sesame oil—they'll soak up the seasoning, staying juicier than hand-chopped cabbage.

2. Mix the Filling

Combine minced chicken with ginger, garlic, salt, and white pepper. Stir consistently in one direction.  

Add cabbage and celery shreds, mixing gently. Finish with a drizzle of sesame oil to lock in moisture and flavor.  

The filling stays firm yet moist—easy to wrap, even for beginners.

3. Wrap, Cook & Share  

Assign tasks: kids roll wrappers, adults fill and pleat the edges.  

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add dumplings and cook until they float. Add two cups of cold water, bring back to a boil, and repeat once more until dumplings are plump and tender.  

Serve on a large platter with black vinegar and chili oil. Sharing these homemade dumplings around the table makes weekend meals truly special.

Conclusion  

These family dumplings shine thanks to the Geedel vegetable chopper—producing soft, well-drained cabbage shreds that mix perfectly into the filling. No more struggling with watery cabbage or tiring hand-chopping. An activity and a meal in one, this recipe brings everyone together for a fun, flavorful weekend tradition.