Why we love dumplings ⏲️ 6 Minute English

BBC Learning English・2 minutes read

Dumplings are a popular global dish with various fillings and dough, known for sharing love and invoking feelings of comfort and happiness across different cultures worldwide. From pork and cabbage in China to Guinness gravy in Ireland, dumplings are enjoyed in various forms and flavors, such as kenkey dumplings in Ghana made from maize sourdough, and suet dumplings in Britain made from animal fat.

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  • Dumplings are a versatile dish enjoyed worldwide with a wide range of fillings and dough types, reflecting diverse culinary traditions and flavors.
  • Despite variations in ingredients and preparation methods, dumplings universally serve as a comfort food that transcends cultural boundaries, symbolizing love, home, and happiness for people across the globe.

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  • What are dumplings made of?

    Various fillings and dough worldwide.

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Global Dumplings: A Comforting Culinary Journey

  • Dumplings are a worldwide dish with various fillings and dough, such as pork and cabbage in China, momos with buffalo meat in Nepal, Guinness gravy in Ireland, and spinach in Italy.
  • The word "dumpling" originates from the 17th century adjective 'dump', meaning 'dough-like', and they are found globally with different flavors and fillings.
  • In Ghana, kenkey dumplings made from maize sourdough are a staple food, enjoyed with chilli sauce and proteins, providing comfort and satisfaction, especially for manual workers.
  • Suet dumplings in Britain are made from animal fat, considered comfort food despite being unhealthy, while dumplings worldwide are a way to spread love and evoke feelings of home and happiness.
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