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Crispy Dumpling Wrapper Pockets

Crispy dumpling wrapper pockets stuffed with spicy Buldak noodles, pan-fried spam, and fresh lettuce. A quick, budget-friendly snack with crunchy, spicy, and savoury flavours.
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Course: Side Dish, Snack
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 193kcal
Ingredients Instructions Video Notes Nutrition

Ingredients

  • 1 pack Buldak instant noodles
  • 1 slice spam about 80g
  • 4 dumpling wrappers
  • 2 lettuce leaves
  • 500 ml water

Instructions

  • Cook the Buldak noodles: Bring 500ml water to a boil in a small pot. Add 1 pack Buldak noodles and cook for 4–5 minutes. Drain most of the water, leaving some water behind. Add the sauce packet and mix well until evenly coated.
  • Fry the spam: Heat a pan over medium heat. Add 1 slice spam and fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and slightly crispy. Remove and slice into thin strips.
  • Wash and prep the lettuce: Rinse lettuce leaves under cold water and pat dry with paper towel. Tear into pieces that fit inside the dumpling wrapper pockets.
  • Make the dumpling wrapper pockets: Heat a clean pan over low heat. Place 1 dumpling wrapper into the pan and cook slowly until it starts to puff. If it doesn’t puff, increase heat to medium. Once puffed, remove immediately, cut a small opening, and open into a pocket. Repeat with remaining 3 dumpling wrappers.
  • If your wrappers refuse to puff 🤦🏻‍♀️ (very normal ): Stack 2 dumpling wrappers together, press the edges firmly with a fork, and cook over medium heat until puffed.
  • Assemble your pockets: Open each dumpling wrapper pocket. Add a layer of lettuce, followed by Buldak noodles, then spam strips. Serve immediately while warm and crispy.

Notes

  • Choose the right dumpling wrappers: Fresh dumpling wrappers puff better than older ones stored in the fridge for too long.
  • Heat control is key: Start with low heat, then increase to medium only if needed to avoid burning.
  • Not all wrappers behave the same: Some brands puff well, others don’t — it depends on the wrapper and technique.
  • Work quickly while hot: Cut and open immediately after cooking before the wrapper seals itself.
  • Customise your fillings: Swap spam for bacon, chicken, or tofu. Add cheese for extra flavour.

Nutrition

Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 653mg | Potassium: 242mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3558IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg

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