Top 13 Dumplings To Add To Your New Year Steamboat

Whether you know them as mandu, jiaozi, gyozas, or pot stickers, all dumplings have a special place in my heart. These bite-sized treats are irresistible, with their soft, steamed skin and savoury fillings. However, dumplings take a long time to prepare, and life’s too short to spend hours in the kitchen! Instead, check out some of the best frozen dumplings in Singapore, as recommended by our team. They’re perfect to include in your Christmas dinner, or New Year’s steamboat!

Best frozen dumplings in Singapore

Best frozen Chinese dumplings in Singapore

1. Tian Tian Chinese Dumplings

Starting off the list is Tian Tian, a homegrown brand known for its premium dumplings and wontons. Known for their elastic, bouncy skin and juicy filling, it’s a staple dumpling brand in most Singaporean homes – including mine! Tian Tian dumplings are great for New Year steamboats and noodle soup, as they’re not overly salty. I highly recommend stocking up on their classic Cabbage and Pork Chinese Dumplings, made with fairly lean yet tender pork and fresh vegetables. 

For pan-fried dumplings though, I recommend their Chives and Pork Chinese Dumplings instead, for that sharp flavour of chives that balances out the umami taste of pork. Their dumplings are made without preservatives too, so I don’t feel bad serving them to my parents or to guests!

2. HKZ Dim Sum Chives Dumplings

For dumplings with a Cantonese twist, fry up some handmade Chives Dumplings from Hong Kong Zhai Dim Sum. These dumplings only take five minutes to cook, so they’re ready to serve on the table in just a few minutes! My colleague always has a stock of these HKZ dumplings in her freezer for a quick dinner after work, and they’re so good that she serves them during their holiday dinners too. 

These dumplings are best eaten with some fragrant chilli oil for a spicy kick with each mouthful. You can complete your meal with some dim sum favourites too, like sharks fin dumplings, siew mai, salted egg yolk buns, and more!

3. Swee Choon Chinese Dumplings

Swee Choon, known for having some of the best xiao long bao in Singapore, has its own line of frozen Chinese dumplings that you can steam at home for restaurant-style dumplings! Dubbed as Peking Dumplings, these Swee Choon dumplings use ground pork instead of minced pork to give them a lean and consistent bite. Its fragrant skin has an almost QQ texture, and its filling takes on the aromas of garlic and spring onion for an extra-premium flavour. How swee does that sound?

Best frozen fish dumplings in Singapore

4. BoBo Fish Dumplings

Fish in a dumpling? Yes, please! This classic steamboat ingredient is a favourite in our household, as these dumplings have a mild flavour and soft surimi paste that both kids and adults enjoy. BoBo Fish Dumplings is our preferred choice as they offer some of the best fish products too. These dumplings are best served with a broth like in a hotpot or noodle soup, as you get a chewy fish dumpling with a consistency similar to those of the famous BoBo fishballs. 

5. Ming Fa Handmade Fish Dumpling

I prefer my dumplings with a soft, chewy skin and a flavourful filling that isn’t too salty. And these Handmade Fish Dumplings from Ming Fa hit all the right criteria. The skin is made with fish paste as well, giving it the perfect texture I really love. It even contains a juicy pork filling that doesn’t have any preservatives. Drop a couple of these dumplings into your New Year reunion steamboat and enjoy an easy-to-prepare holiday dinner!

Best frozen shrimp dumplings in Singapore

6. Yongle Shrimp Dumplings

The Yongle Shrimp Dumplings might be some of the best frozen shrimp dumplings that replicate those you can find in Shandong, China. The highlight of these Yongle dumplings lies in their delectable dumpling skin made with natural wheat flour, which gives these dumplings a unique aroma and texture. The wheat skin also helps reduce the likelihood of dumplings breaking when they’re being boiled in steamboat broths. My colleague is a huge fan of these dumplings, made with crisp shrimp, fresh cucumbers, and egg. She recommends trying them deep-fried as the crunchy skin pairs well with the juicy filling.

Best frozen vegetarian dumplings in Singapore

7. TungLok Cabbage And TangOh Vegetable Dumpling

Add some atas-ness to your CNY dinner with these Cabbage And TangOh Vegetable Dumplings from Tung Lok.They’re filled with fresh cabbage and fragrant tang-oh, and wrapped in a chewy, almost crystal-like skin that shows off its vibrant green filling. These dumplings are so good, you won’t even miss the meat! They’re great steamed and dipped in some ginger and vinegar, but add these to your steamboat for a pop of colour and a healthier alternative! 

8. SanQuan Vegetarian Dumplings

Cooking up vegetarian dumplings that have all the umami, savoury flavours is no easy feat. That’s why SanQuan has some of the best frozen dumplings that cater to the vegetarian palette! These Vegetarian Dumplings are filled with leek and egg, cabbage and bean curd, or mushrooms and bok choy. They’ve been a quick and easy option for me, only requiring just a couple minutes for my dinners. My recommendation? Add the dumplings to a bowl of noodles for a hearty meal!

9. Yocorn Carrot Mushroom Dumplings

This option takes the cake as the best frozen vegetarian dumpling in Singapore for its unique colouration! Yocorn Carrot Mushroom Dumplings come with two eye-catching traits: their striking dumpling skin and their chewy fillings. Its orange dumpling skin is achieved by squeezing carrots and mixing the juice with wheat flour – perfect for getting your little ones to eat some hidden veggies! The dumpling also uses Monkey Head mushroom, a type of mushroom that has a taste and texture similar to that of seafood. So don’t be fooled as these dumplings will certainly tickle your tastebuds with a rich flavour and appetising colour that will look great in any steamboat!

10. Food People Vegetarian Dumplings

You don’t need meat dumplings when you can get the same savoury and umami fillings from these Food People Vegetarian Dumpling Series! They are some of the best frozen vegetarian dumplings to get your hands on, filled with plant-based ingredients that give these dumplings a lighter feel. Food People have some of the most unique vegetarian dumplings flavours, like Mala, and Three Cup, so you savour each bite with gusto! Have these vegetarian dumplings with some condiments or have them on their own to enjoy these healthy fillings. 

Best frozen gyoza in Singapore

11. Im Mandu Gyoza

Ready your steamboat for a gargantuan flavour experience with these king-sized gyozas! Im Mandu Gyoza is the best frozen gyoza in Singapore for those with a colossal appetite. Each king-size gyoza is about 1.5 times the size of a regular gyoza and they’re all packed with tons of flavourful ingredients. These delectable dumplings also come in two Korean flavours: galbi (Korean short ribs) and the all-time favourite kimchi.

12. Keisuke Tonkotsu LKing Gyoza

Imagine the deep umami flavours of pork tonkotsu broth in a thin and slightly chewy skin – now that’s a flavour infusion I can get by! Keisuke Tonkotsu King Pork Gyoza is some of the the best gyoza in Singapore to enjoy in the comforts of your home. Each gyoza is filled with fine minced pork and a rich, thick tonkotsu broth that’s guaranteed to have soup running down your chin! Fry them up for a crispy bite, or drop them in your steamboat to add flavour to your soup. Chew them and enjoy the gyoza’s burst of flavours, shiok!

13. CJ Bibigo Mandu Pork and Vegetable Gyoza

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These Mandu Pork and Vegetable Gyoza are the iconic Korean dumplings I love snacking on while I’m watching my favourite K-dramas! Filled with rich pork, cabbage, chives, and tofu, these dumplings are great steamed, pan-fried, deep-fried, or boiled into a steamboat. Steaming gives these dumplings an extra-chewy skin, while pan-frying them adds a crunchy texture that’s oh-so addicting! Serve up a plate (or two, cause you know they’ll be gone quickly) at your holiday dinner for a crowd-pleasing dish everyone will love!

Start the New Year lucky with the best frozen dumplings in Singapore

With dumplings now in the bag, it’s time for you to gather the rest of its companions! Check out some of the best canned abalones to add to your steamboats. Still looking for steamboat inspo? Then check out this handy steamboat prep guide and the best steamboat pots to set up your New Year steamboat. And if you’re still short of some snacks, then make sure to get some of the best love letters, pineapple tarts and bak kwas to impress your family and friends. Of course, don’t forget to do some much required shopping at our CNY Sale!

This article was updated on 02 December 2024. Additional research done by Janica Ng.