Golden Egg Dumplings

These succulent, golden and brown dumplings from Peking always bring great pleasure to the eyes of my north Chinese friends. This is comforting food—juicy, tender, lush little pillows for the tongue. Often miniaturized in restaurants for inclusion in soups or hot pots, here they are in their homier presentation, as a main course or a flavorful companion to vegetables.

• This is a dish with wide appeal, perfect for entertaining or for bringing to a friend’s. Prepa