Cannabis-Infused Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings

Golden pan-fried dumplings tossed in aromatic cannabis-infused chili oil with garlic, sesame, and scallions. Crispy bottoms, silky wrappers, and a deep umami heat balanced with terpene-rich infusion.

A Note on Dosing

Recipe makes 20 dumplings (4 servings)

Using 1.5g cannabis at 15% THC

≈55mg THC infused total
≈13mg per serving

Alternative dosing

• 1g cannabis → ~9mg per serving
• 0.75g cannabis → ~6mg per serving

Terpene Pairing & Strain Suggestions

Caryophyllene – enhances peppery chili oil heat
Myrcene – complements savory pork and garlic
Humulene – balances sesame and umami richness

Look for strains with peppery, earthy, herbal terpene profiles.

Step 1: Decarboxylation

Ingredients

1.5g cannabis flower

Method

1. Preheat oven to 225°F (107°C)
2. Break cannabis into small pieces
3. Spread evenly on parchment lined baking tray
4. Bake 35–40 minutes
5. Remove and cool completely

Step 2: Cannabis-Infused Chili Oil

Ingredients

1 cup neutral oil (grapeseed or peanut)
Decarboxylated cannabis
2 tbsp crushed red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp sesame seeds
½ tsp sugar
½ tsp salt

Method

1. Heat oil in saucepan to 180°F
2. Add decarbed cannabis
3. Maintain temperature 160–180°F
4. Infuse 2 hours, stirring occasionally
5. Strain through cheesecloth

To finish chili oil:

6. Place chili flakes, garlic, sesame seeds, sugar, and salt in bowl
7. Heat infused oil to 200°F
8. Pour hot oil over mixture
9. Stir and cool

Reserve 3 tbsp for dumplings

Step 3: Dumpling Filling

Ingredients

½ lb ground pork
1 cup finely chopped napa cabbage
2 green onions, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp white pepper

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in bowl
2. Mix thoroughly until sticky and well combined
3. Chill 15 minutes

Step 4: Dumpling Assembly

Ingredients

20 dumpling wrappers
Filling mixture
Small bowl water

Method

1. Place wrapper flat in palm
2. Add 1 tablespoon filling to center
3. Dip finger in water and moisten edge
4. Fold wrapper in half
5. Pleat edges and seal tightly
6. Repeat until all dumplings are filled

Step 5: Pan Fry Dumplings

Ingredients

2 tbsp neutral oil
½ cup water

Method

1. Heat skillet over medium-high heat
2. Add oil
3. Arrange dumplings flat side down
4. Cook 2–3 minutes until bottoms are golden
5. Add water and immediately cover
6. Steam 5 minutes
7. Remove lid and cook until water evaporates

Bottoms should be crispy and golden.

Step 6: Chili Oil Toss

Ingredients

3 tbsp cannabis chili oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sugar

Method

1. Whisk chili oil, soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar
2. Pour over hot dumplings
3. Toss gently to coat

Garnish

Sliced green onions
Toasted sesame seeds
Extra chili oil drizzle

Serving & Dosing

5 dumplings per serving

≈13mg THC per serving

Label clearly

CANNABIS INFUSED — 13MG THC PER SERVING

Wait 90 minutes before consuming more.