Are Trader Joe's Soup Dumplings Up to The Hype - Let's Make Them 3 Ways!

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  • @emmymade
    @emmymade  3 місяці тому +137

    Dumplings are so perfection. What's your favorite?🥟🥟🥟🥟🥟🥟🥟

    • @TeenaTee1
      @TeenaTee1 3 місяці тому +6

      Bibigo is my go to. I like to make a dumpling soup similar to how you do in this video. So yummy!

    • @imallaroundtheworld
      @imallaroundtheworld 3 місяці тому

      Fried 🍳

    • @Chevalier_knight
      @Chevalier_knight 3 місяці тому

      Me and the family are having real issues cooking dumplings and not having the fillings just taste way to hard and not nice, do you have any plans on what not to do and what to do when making your own dumplings

    • @Memacis1995
      @Memacis1995 3 місяці тому +4

      The kids like the pork best. What is the name of the chili crisp please?

    • @stormjade27
      @stormjade27 3 місяці тому +1

      I love the pork dumplings the best!

  • @sarathorsten6936
    @sarathorsten6936 3 місяці тому +72

    My husband and I put these in our finished instant ramen after microwaving them. Helps make a lazy dinner more satisfying, plus if the dumpling starts to leak, it goes right into the soup broth.

    • @neenmach
      @neenmach 3 місяці тому +2

      Smart move

  • @megmayo
    @megmayo 3 місяці тому +139

    The plastic in the box makes a great form for fancy ice cubes.

    • @abaigealduda2756
      @abaigealduda2756 3 місяці тому +32

      I've used them to make chocolate shells to hold mousse and other stuff. Like the ice idea, too!!!

    • @yagerr4279
      @yagerr4279 3 місяці тому +15

      How resourceful 😌

  • @sasham2180
    @sasham2180 3 місяці тому +23

    I find your videos very informative, but mostly comforting and soothing. You have a very calming aura about you and it helps me to watch videos like yours when I'm feeling anxious.

  • @jeffreymcphee17
    @jeffreymcphee17 3 місяці тому +25

    The most calming person ever. Zen voice and personality. 🧘🏾

  • @KaraNicoleR
    @KaraNicoleR 3 місяці тому +260

    Early in the video, but feeling like I wish you had cooked 2 from each package, each way. This way, the cooking method and flavor would be fair.

    • @KaraNicoleR
      @KaraNicoleR 3 місяці тому +3

      Could have taken quite a long time, though.

    • @planningtolive_thebestlife453
      @planningtolive_thebestlife453 3 місяці тому +16

      That would’ve been difficult to do the microwave steam method. You’re meant to only cut off a small corner of the plastic bag which isn’t enough space to take out a dumpling. Otherwise, I agree because I’m curious what the veggie ones would’ve been like not in the soup.

    • @stephanieokke7280
      @stephanieokke7280 3 місяці тому +1

      Could she have used saran wrap to rewrap the container? Also as I am not familiar with this item. Is the plastic "safe". I keep seeing where plastic heated leeches chemicals out into food.

    • @planningtolive_thebestlife453
      @planningtolive_thebestlife453 3 місяці тому +3

      @@stephanieokke7280 that’s a good question! I don’t know if the plastic tray or the plastic bag leeches harmful chemicals into the food. It’s possible. The only thing I can say is that they don’t degrade in any visible way during the cooking process.
      And the Saran Wrap is a great idea! Never thought of that.

    • @oldghostbilly
      @oldghostbilly 3 місяці тому +1

      You should do it and report back! :D

  • @TheRosieBoy
    @TheRosieBoy 3 місяці тому +9

    I think its so damn awesome that youre still making videos 🥲 been watching you for 10 years 💖

  • @susanurbanczyk9084
    @susanurbanczyk9084 3 місяці тому +9

    Your show is like a warm hug.

  • @jenelle6132
    @jenelle6132 3 місяці тому +8

    You can also place the dumplings on a plate and cover with a damp towel. (I usually grease the plate a little and cook for 2-3 minutes.)

  • @SomeoneBeginingWithI
    @SomeoneBeginingWithI 3 місяці тому +76

    It could have been a nice experiment to cook two of each flavour with each of the three methods so you can compare them. It's hard to know whether the vegetable ones do a good job of containing soup or have their own flavour when they were cooked in the soup.

    • @pir8lifeforme
      @pir8lifeforme 3 місяці тому +5

      Came here to say same. Even if just did 1 in each method would have been a more balanced comparison and review.

    • @dopekid111
      @dopekid111 3 місяці тому +2

      You try it then lol

    • @MearnieToon
      @MearnieToon 2 місяці тому +1

      Well when u start ur channel u can do that ! 🦦

  • @BrilliantWhenYouGlow
    @BrilliantWhenYouGlow 3 місяці тому +15

    i love the idea of using the strainer as a steamer! 🤯

  • @Serai3
    @Serai3 3 місяці тому +64

    A couple of years ago I found those exact same soup dumplings at Costco. Six of those trays in a big box for $11. Yeah, I bought a bunch of 'em.

  • @sneadaleighson
    @sneadaleighson 3 місяці тому +12

    Off topic but the shirt is awesome. I lived in Ithaca for 10 years and it's definitely GORGES!!

  • @tokyotessie
    @tokyotessie 3 місяці тому +15

    That chili-crisp oil is one of the best inventions! Just a mild warmth which doesn’t overwhelm the food, and the garlic and sesame oil add so much flavor! One jar only lasts me about 3 bowls of noodles!

    • @Oristarz
      @Oristarz 2 місяці тому +2

      SAME chili oil is literally a necessity like hot sauce now

    • @lorrie2878
      @lorrie2878 2 місяці тому +2

      I am recovering from a very serious ulcer situation... All the hot sauces and chili garlic oil
      Can't wait!

    • @Molly_Pop_
      @Molly_Pop_ 8 днів тому

      What was the brand? I missed it

  • @teresareichek6000
    @teresareichek6000 3 місяці тому +40

    Have you tried Better Than Bouillion as a broth base?

    • @jenpink4298
      @jenpink4298 3 місяці тому +15

      That is my 127,000% favorite

    • @romonaelrod7870
      @romonaelrod7870 3 місяці тому +6

      I love Better Than Bullion.

    • @romonaelrod7870
      @romonaelrod7870 3 місяці тому +4

      I love Better Than Bullion.

    • @romonaelrod7870
      @romonaelrod7870 3 місяці тому +4

      I love Better Than Bouillon.

    • @63ah1275
      @63ah1275 3 місяці тому

      ​@@romonaelrod7870 What do you think about Better Than Bullion?

  • @htw7867
    @htw7867 3 місяці тому +6

    Emmy, great shirt! Daughter and I are both Cornell University Alumni. Both of us loved our years on the Hill!!!

  • @angyeliz
    @angyeliz 3 місяці тому +17

    I cook my frozen dumplings in my electric egg cooker. Just need parchment under them so they don’t stick but it works perfectly.

  • @Jeni10
    @Jeni10 3 місяці тому +16

    Hehe! I watched you take a bite of the first dumpling and as you tried to pick it up, the skin broke and the soup fell into the bowl. The second time, you said, “let’s try it with he soup this time,” and once again, the soup from the dumpling fell into the bowl before you got it to your mouth. I was sitting here giggling!

    • @anjah.3206
      @anjah.3206 3 місяці тому +1

      I came to the comment section only to find out if anybody else has realised 😄

  • @ithacaicecream
    @ithacaicecream 3 місяці тому +5

    Ahhhhh!! Ithaca!!!! The next time you’re in Ithaca, come to sweet Melissas! Let me know beforehand and I’ll make you whatever flavor you want!!!! ❤❤❤

  • @Sootfeather
    @Sootfeather 3 місяці тому +3

    SO glad to finally see someone using the S&B Crunchy Garlic! I feel it's so often overlooked for a variety of reasons, but it is ADDICTING even without the spice. Thank you for showing it some love!

    • @marfa1861
      @marfa1861 3 місяці тому +1

      Where can you buy the S&B Crunchy Garlic? thank you!

  • @ghost_deaths1
    @ghost_deaths1 3 місяці тому +1

    The soup dumplings from Walmart come with a sauce to dip. I LOVE it!!

  • @Tibor716
    @Tibor716 3 місяці тому +1

    My daughter got these for me about 2 weeks ago! They are sooooooo good! I highly recommend picking them up!

  • @tymbaone1
    @tymbaone1 2 місяці тому +2

    Hello From Ithaca. Love this tip. I'm heading to trader joe's tomorrow for these.

  • @OnwardandUpward86
    @OnwardandUpward86 3 місяці тому +1

    The pork and ginger ones are also fantastic with black vinegar

  • @SammiGirl-bx1th
    @SammiGirl-bx1th 3 місяці тому +5

    LOVE your shirt! My daughter graduated from Cornell University! We love Ithaca!

  • @spiderbouquet3670
    @spiderbouquet3670 3 місяці тому +105

    I think one of your chickens laid an egg, I can hear her yelling about it in the background 😂

  • @elizabethwilliams5714
    @elizabethwilliams5714 3 місяці тому +25

    The way you had to take a good 10 seconds with the chicken ones to take in the heat. 😂 my mouth would have been scorched. Lol

    • @karenneill9109
      @karenneill9109 3 місяці тому +2

      The sacrifices she makes for her viewers!

  • @johnr1348
    @johnr1348 3 місяці тому +5

    You are the BEST Emmy!

  • @ChinitaNJ
    @ChinitaNJ 3 місяці тому +18

    I wish you would've tried one or two of the veggie ones as per the instructions. 😔

  • @samonemelendez1902
    @samonemelendez1902 3 місяці тому +14

    For like 3 bucks they are delicious.

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 3 місяці тому

      They are...TJs is 40 min from me. I try to stock up, and when I feel like I want to eat out, I treat myself to a box of these

  • @nathangregg1765
    @nathangregg1765 3 місяці тому +4

    Dang 😮😮 Emmy coming in with the mad knife skillz

  • @debbypettigrew7916
    @debbypettigrew7916 3 місяці тому +13

    Emmy, could you please share the actual name on the packaging for the chili crisp garlic oil & where it can be purchased TIA

    • @BonDijon
      @BonDijon 3 місяці тому +6

      S&B umami topping crunchy garlic with chili oil

    • @DanaONeillStuder
      @DanaONeillStuder 3 місяці тому +3

      It's available on Amazon

  • @jeannievail
    @jeannievail 3 місяці тому +16

    They look identical to the pork dumplings I buy in my local shop. I put them in my ramen noodles, with mushrooms, green onions, and a poached egg

    • @skeetsmcgrew3282
      @skeetsmcgrew3282 3 місяці тому +5

      I know nothing about dumplings but I feel like adding them to ramen is sinful lol. Like adding croutons to a sandwich

    • @jeannievail
      @jeannievail 3 місяці тому

      @@skeetsmcgrew3282 I learned it from my Japanese boyfriend who made it for me for 20 years.

    • @RobotPorter
      @RobotPorter 3 місяці тому +3

      ​@@skeetsmcgrew3282Sinfully delicious!

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 3 місяці тому

      The ramen broth cannot possibly compare to what is inside those chicken things. They're amazing ​@@skeetsmcgrew3282

  • @Rosethepcgamer
    @Rosethepcgamer 3 місяці тому +3

    I went through a period where I was obsessed with these

  • @dominicpardo4783
    @dominicpardo4783 3 місяці тому +38

    My Japanese girlfriend *LOVES* Trader Joe's dumplings and gyoza.

  • @3DJapan
    @3DJapan 3 місяці тому +2

    I love soup dumplings, I've had them at restaurants twice this year, once for my birthday. I usually put it on my spoon, then break it open with my chopsticks to let the soup out.

  • @decaitadodge7597
    @decaitadodge7597 3 місяці тому +4

    You should make homemade soup dumplings! I would love that!

  • @loveyourselfplease6842
    @loveyourselfplease6842 Місяць тому +2

    The pork gyoza at Trader Joe's are fantastic, I hope you try it some day. Kind of by accident I ended up crisping them on 2 sides once then just went with it & browned all 3, I hadn't seasoned my cast iron well enough after cleaning it so I was trying to slowly get them unstuck without tearing the skin & by the time I got them all unstuck that slightly brownedk8⁸l⁸⁸😊 had become 2 toasty browned sides on most of them so I just decided to add a pat of butter & a drizzle of sesame oil to the pan & just make crispy pot stickers. Now that's the only way my kiddo & I eat them, it's so easy I don't even bother adding water to the pan just warm a little oil just enough to coat the pan & once all of the gyoza are down the lid goes on for a few min softening the skin just enough to easily brown on the other two sides, once that first side is brown I flip to another side & keep the lid off so they only brown, repeat until all 3 sides are nice & crunchy to your liking. The pork is always firm & just full of flavor.

  • @eunicemayo7512
    @eunicemayo7512 3 місяці тому +6

    Thanks Emmy you made me hungry for won ton soup …♥️♥️ I like those but nothing taste better than original WonTon soup ….

  • @Time_Traveler_Karen
    @Time_Traveler_Karen Місяць тому

    Connecticut here. Thankyou Emmy 😋

  • @alnenasosa2984
    @alnenasosa2984 3 місяці тому +4

    I like the bibigo chicken and vegetable dumplings. They are delicious and come with a dumpling sauce.

    • @galanie
      @galanie 3 місяці тому

      I love bibigo pork soup dumplings. The chicken dumplings are good but to me, the pork are the best. If I ever have an opportunity to try these from trader joes I absolutely will. Also, I have IBS and they're one of the few foods that do not give me any problems. All American frozen foods do with very few exceptions.

  • @annawhiting9126
    @annawhiting9126 3 місяці тому +2

    Love the shirt!!! I'm from the 315 n grew up near Ithaca!!!

  • @angelika_munkastrap4634
    @angelika_munkastrap4634 3 місяці тому +59

    Well to be fair you didn’t try the veggie ones the right way so don’t know how they’d be done with either recommended method - the mushiness was not the fault of the dumpling itself

    • @1bitterwaitress
      @1bitterwaitress Місяць тому +1

      but also CHICKEN BROTH... way to do a disservice to the vegetarians/vegans!!!

  • @segoi11
    @segoi11 3 місяці тому +1

    I really like TJs pork and ginger dumplings. I've discovered that the electric lunchbox which emmymade did videos on a while ago does a great job steaming a small number of dumplings with very little mess.

  • @summersumerayn3525
    @summersumerayn3525 3 місяці тому +1

    Emmy is always gorgeous. I agree

  • @name_place
    @name_place 3 місяці тому +6

    Nice T-Shirt!

  • @mariakapari
    @mariakapari 3 місяці тому +1

    I never had dumplings. They look good! Thank you lovely ❤

    • @LindaC616
      @LindaC616 3 місяці тому +1

      Soup umplings are special dumplings. These chicken ones are amazing

  • @rachelk2457
    @rachelk2457 3 місяці тому

    I love the chicken ones. 😊 thanks for showing different ways to make them😊

  • @Keysmasher651
    @Keysmasher651 3 місяці тому

    These soup dumplings are amazing! My son, who is super picky, will devour them. The flavor of all of them are super flavourful.

  • @spitflamez
    @spitflamez 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for the info, grabbing some soon!

  • @rl27rl
    @rl27rl 3 місяці тому

    Another great one Emmy! Because of you I started calling my coworkers my beautiful lovelies when I leave for the day! 😊😂❤

  • @ramonamurphy2926
    @ramonamurphy2926 3 місяці тому +1

    Your voice is so soothing

  • @lynnemhall
    @lynnemhall 3 місяці тому

    I love TJ’s soup dumplings. I think I have tried all 3 of the flavors. I picked TJ’s frozen fried rice and served them together with 2 packages for an easy weeknight dinner for two.

  • @jacquespoulemer
    @jacquespoulemer 3 місяці тому +1

    Soup dumplings in soup....you might have to wait until the pressure equalizes to avoid getting the 'Bends" (cf any diving bell movie) hehehehe I love dumplings and we don't have any this far south in mexico....except the ones I make myself of course.... hugs from down here in the dumpling desert Jacques

  • @tokyogirl04
    @tokyogirl04 2 місяці тому

    Saw another content creator do this and tried it myself and it was pretty good. Use the microwave method but also add some cheese on top each dumpling and drizzle some sriracha ❤Makes a nice snack.

  • @JasonMaggini
    @JasonMaggini 3 місяці тому +38

    Soup dumplings in soup... In-soup-tion, if you will.

  • @robylove9190
    @robylove9190 3 місяці тому +1

    The kids like the pork ones best. I haven't had soup dumplings yet but, I would love to. My favorite regular dumplings are pork and vegetable.

  • @justusleftiescheryl2747
    @justusleftiescheryl2747 3 місяці тому +1

    Pork and ginger. Don’t live near a TJ but whenever I’m around one always pick up these.

  • @5877user
    @5877user 2 місяці тому

    This is my husband’s go to when he is not feeling well. Easy om the tummy.

  • @christaylor8344
    @christaylor8344 3 місяці тому

    That's my favorite umami topping. That stuff is so good.

  • @andrej2321
    @andrej2321 3 місяці тому

    17:17 Any dumplings of any kind are pure pockets of heaven. Even the Polish and Italian ones. The legend has it, if you eat dumplings, your children will be born with dimples and every time you say the word dumpling, those dimples shall light up 😊 And soup dumplings are just next level, just ask them little dumplings munchkins.

  • @Bindar25
    @Bindar25 3 місяці тому

    Very nice, I just tried some from Aldi, they were pretty good to me. However, it was the first tine ever having soup dumpling. Now, I need to go get more. LoL

  • @WookieeRage
    @WookieeRage 2 місяці тому

    Nice shirt! Go Upstate! I never would have tried them, but now might get them if in the mood.

  • @angelasheppard7197
    @angelasheppard7197 3 місяці тому +1

    Now I feel I need to try this product🙂

  • @ultimateanglingltd8693
    @ultimateanglingltd8693 3 місяці тому

    Mila Soup Dumplings are the best plus it comes with steamer sheets too

  • @janzeyellie
    @janzeyellie 3 місяці тому +5

    I like your shirt, I’ve been to Ithaca and Watkins Glen many times!

  • @zoed2968
    @zoed2968 Місяць тому

    I love the soup dumplings. At my Trader Joe’s, the soup dumplings are rarely in stock.

  • @lynschrader2621
    @lynschrader2621 3 місяці тому

    I eat these every morning before my workout. I microwave them, in the container, for 90 seconds. Perfection😊

  • @yougort-ex4js
    @yougort-ex4js 3 місяці тому +1

    Epic thumbnail! Lovely channel!❤

  • @nurseprac.nikki513
    @nurseprac.nikki513 3 місяці тому +3

    Omg! I love these! So good! I’ve also had Costco’s version as well and they are delicious!

  • @justtabandme8871
    @justtabandme8871 3 місяці тому

    Chicken broth, Better than bouillon is FABULOUS!!! Keep in refrigerator after opening! Retired chef! Hope this helps!!

  • @plhm33
    @plhm33 3 місяці тому

    I am definitely going to try soup method. The microwave is very inconsistent, and they tend to break. I like the pork dumplings the best. Thanks for the review.

  • @Yorokobi224
    @Yorokobi224 3 місяці тому +1

    Aww Emmy, i was trying to see if the vegetarian ones just tasted better by themselves. Or at least with out chicken broth

  • @theresaginn8505
    @theresaginn8505 3 місяці тому

    I just want to thank you for your t-shirt because it helped me get a NYT crossword clue the other day. 💜

  • @labratamber
    @labratamber 3 місяці тому +1

    What chilli crip product do you like?

  • @jenpink4298
    @jenpink4298 3 місяці тому +1

    I agree with you, I liked the pork ones the best. But overall I was kind of underwhelmed with the flavor and texture maybe if I had put some chili crisp oil on it it would be better. Also when you microwave those chicken ones I’m surprised that you could not hear me yelling at the screen😂 Trying to warn you that they were going to be as hot as lava

  • @AW-vu7yk
    @AW-vu7yk 3 місяці тому +1

    Nice shirt! Ithaca resident here!

    • @CK_29
      @CK_29 3 місяці тому

      Cornell grad here!

  • @JoeSchwa
    @JoeSchwa 3 місяці тому +1

    The "doink" immediately made me upvote this. Thank you, because that's the kind of thing I do, and have been made fun of for it in the past.

  • @RobotPorter
    @RobotPorter 3 місяці тому

    My first time trying soup dumplings was thanks to a friend, who took me to a place in New York City famous for them. They may have served other things. But everyone in the restaurant seemed to only be having the soup dumplings. We had three types: Pork, crab, and crab and pork. They were all delicious. But pork was my favorite.

  • @crystalislandgirl
    @crystalislandgirl 3 місяці тому +1

    Trader Joe’s has such great food quality and choices.

  • @jenniesworld9861
    @jenniesworld9861 7 днів тому

    Hello from Lansing ❤ the shirt.

  • @chrissycopeland8064
    @chrissycopeland8064 3 місяці тому

    I’m visiting my daughter at college tomorrow. Living in a dorm she does have a small freezer and microwave is her only form of heating. I’m already picking her up a TJ boba tea kit and might have to pick up a pack of these as well

  • @bbshrimp
    @bbshrimp 3 місяці тому

    I had no idea TJ's had soup dumplings oooooh!! S&B needs to offer a bigger jar of their chili crisp.... I go thru that tiny jar so quickly lol.

  • @cestjane2260
    @cestjane2260 19 днів тому

    I have an Ithaca is Gorges shirt, too! LOL!

  • @twocvbloke
    @twocvbloke 3 місяці тому +1

    Thing is, when I see the word dumplings, I think if the suet kind we would have as either a baked side, or something put on top of a hearty stew to sort of boil, steam and bake all in one go, proper thick stodgy things that are just there for filler to make the belly full... :P

  • @nightshadekelly
    @nightshadekelly День тому

    Microwave half the time then pan fry in butter till they brown a bit. Best way

  • @lamikahawkins9442
    @lamikahawkins9442 3 місяці тому +1

    Can't wait to try the pork ones. I think the chicken ones would be better if they had ginger, and some green onion in the filling.

  • @ShineyPenny654
    @ShineyPenny654 2 місяці тому

    I make a similar dumpling soup using frozen gyoza

  • @rebeccabrown3898
    @rebeccabrown3898 3 місяці тому

    The pork and ginger was my favorite. However due to a digestive problem I can no longer eat meat so, I will try the vegetarian dumplings.

  • @haleydiffey9961
    @haleydiffey9961 3 місяці тому +1

    Hey Emmy, long time viewer. Cool shirt! I’m visiting Ithaca for the next 2 weeks. Curious if there is a restaurant you tried and would recommend! Always trust your insight

  • @Cantetinza17
    @Cantetinza17 3 місяці тому

    I love soup dumplings. Dumplings in general. I recently tried a kimchi and pork dumpling (it wasn't a soup dumpling) from my friend's grandmother. WOW! It blew my socks off. I've never TJ soup dumplings though.

  • @PHorne
    @PHorne 3 місяці тому +1

    That hot chicken one had U trying to shake off the hotness Lol❤ much LuV from Atlanta ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @blaqueathena
    @blaqueathena 3 місяці тому

    Ok I admit I was influenced and purchased the pork version today and made them for dinner. These are good.

  • @FishareFriendsNotFood972
    @FishareFriendsNotFood972 3 місяці тому +12

    Soup dumplings cooked in soup is too much, hat on a hat

    • @chankane
      @chankane 3 місяці тому

      Kinda like wonton soup no?

  • @gablison
    @gablison 3 місяці тому +1

    Have you tried pasta salad with jiao zi/gyoza and cucumber salad?

  • @patricialee8710
    @patricialee8710 3 місяці тому

    Love the T-shirt!

  • @emaxsaun
    @emaxsaun 3 місяці тому

    The pork ones are great and microwaving them is the best way to do these somehow. I’ve tried other methods.

  • @nkfd4688
    @nkfd4688 3 місяці тому +4

    What a great video to watch just before dinner! Can't wait 🤗🥟

  • @HelenaTaniwha-uw7pl
    @HelenaTaniwha-uw7pl 3 місяці тому +1

    Sounds delicious!! Am willing to give 'em a go. I live in New Zealand. Which NZ supermarket stocks them please?

  • @julirivera3585
    @julirivera3585 3 місяці тому +1

    I love these ❤