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Learn how to Air Fry Frozen Dumplings and have a delicious snack or meal on the table in just 10 minutes. With a tiny bit of oil they come out perfectly cooked and slightly crispy at the edges - ready to dip in your favorite sauce.
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Dumlings and pot stickers are a snack I often enjoy on a Saturday afternoon. I used to steam them or pan fry them, but now I always use my air fryer * instead.
Why you will love this recipe
- It's the best cooking method to make crispy frozen dumplings
- Healthier than frying
- Easier than steaming
- Crispier than baking
- Quicker than any of the above - done in just 6 minutes
- Super easy with very few steps
What you need to make them
Ingredient notes & substitutions
- Almost any type of dumpling - like potstickers - can be cooked in this way. Some good brands to use are Ling Ling, Pagoda, Bibigo, Whole Foods, Costco and Trader Joe's.
- The air fryer * works best for dumplings that are supposed to be crispy (ie: pot stickers!), as the air fryer * will crisp them up
- Use frozen potstickers or dumplings - do not thaw in advance
- Vegetable oil: I recommend a neutral type of oil but olive oil works as well. You can also use cooking spray.
How to make them
- Preheat your air fryer * by running it at 350°F (180°C) for 4 minutes, then bring out the air fryer * basket and brush lightly with vegetable oil
- Spread out the dumplings in a single layer, leaving room for the air to circulate. Air fry for 3-4 minutes at 350°F (180°C).
- Flip the dumplings, then air fry for 3-4 minutes more
- All done, serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce!
Tips & tricks
- Preheat the air fryer * to shorten cook time - if not preheating you might need more than 6-8 minutes
- Don't defrost the dumplings - cook them straight from frozen
- Air fry dumplings in one layer for an even cook. If making more dumplings, cook them in batches.
- Flip them halfway for an even cook
- Cook time will vary with the size of your dumplings and your air fryer * model. If they're not done after 6-8 minutes, flip them again and add a few more minutes.
- Frozen food should always be cooked to 165°F (74°C) - use a meat thermometer * to be sure
- Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days, but remember they are best eaten straight away
- Reheat dumplings by air frying for 2 minutes at 350°F (180°C), flipping them every minute
Recipe FAQ
Yes, you definitely can! Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 6-8 minutes, then check to make sure they are heated through. If not, add 2 more minutes.
In general you need 6-8 minutes to air fry potstickers. However, cook time will vary with the size of the dumplings and your air fryer model.
The short answer: air fry them! Air frying is great for crisping up potstickers and dumplings. Add a small bit of oil to the air fryer for extra crisp.
What to serve potstickers and dumplings with
Dumplings and potstickers are best served with a great dipping sauce. These are some of my favorites:
- Soy sauce - any kind
- Sweet chili sauce
- Gyoza sauce - done in 1 minute, with just 3 ingredients
- Chipotle Ranch Dressing
- Teriyaki Sauce
More guides to cooking frozen food in the air fryer
Want to learn how to cook some of your other frozen favorites in the air fryer? Then check out these easy air fryer recipes!
- Frozen Spring Rolls in Air Fryer
- Frozen Shrimp in Air Fryer
- Frozen Meatballs in Air Fryer
- Frozen Fish Sticks in Air Fryer
- Frozen Chicken Nuggets in Air Fryer
- Frozen Chicken Wings in Air Fryer
- Frozen French Fries in Air Fryer
- Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer
- Frozen Chili Cheese Nuggets in Air Fryer
And don't miss my complete guide to cooking frozen foods in air fryer.
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Recipe
Frozen Dumplings in Air Fryer
Print RateIngredients
- 8 frozen dumplings
- vegetable oil small amount for brushing air fryer basket
Instructions
- Bring out the air fryer basket and brush with a small amount of oil. Then spread out the dumplings in a single layer.
- Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping the dumplings halfway.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces!
Equipment needed for this recipe
- Pastry brush* (optional)
Notes
Ingredient notes & substitutions
- Almost any type of dumpling - like potstickers - can be cooked in this way. Some good brands to use are Ling Ling, Pagoda, Bibigo, Whole Foods, Costco and Trader Joe's.
- The air fryer works best for dumplings that are supposed to be crispy (ie: pot stickers!), as the air fryer will crisp them up
- Use frozen potstickers or dumplings - do not thaw in advance
- Vegetable oil: I recommend a neutral type of oil but olive oil works as well. You can also use cooking spray.
Tips & tricks
- Preheat the air fryer to shorten cook time - if not preheating you might need more than 6-8 minutes
- Don't defrost the dumplings - cook them straight from frozen
- Air fry dumplings in one layer for an even cook. If making more dumplings, cook them in batches.
- Flip them halfway for an even cook
- Cook time will vary with the size of your dumplings and your air fryer model. If they're not done after 6-8 minutes, flip them again and add a few more minutes.
- Frozen food should always be cooked to 165°F (74°C) - use a meat thermometer to be sure
- Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days, but remember they are best eaten straight away
- Reheat dumplings by air frying for 2 minutes at 350°F (180°C), flipping them every minute
Nutrition
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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