This delicious stuffed dumpling recipe from Jamie Oliver is a comforting and versatile dish, perfect for any meal. With a choice of a creamy spinach and potato filling or a flavorful spiced meat mix, these dumplings are easy to make using common ingredients. Boiled to perfection and finished with fresh herbs, they’re a must-try! (inspired by Jamie Oliver)

Ingredients Needed

500g (4 cups) plain flour
A few sprigs of fresh herbs (mint, parsley, or celery leaves)
Extra virgin olive oil

Veg Filling:

220g (1 medium) baking potato
200g (7 oz) frozen spinach
100g (3.5 oz) chard
40g (⅓ cup) Cheddar cheese, grated
150g (⅔ cup) cottage cheese
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Meat Filling:

½ teaspoon chilli flakes
1 heaped teaspoon coriander seeds
½ teaspoon fennel seeds
125g (4.5 oz) higher-welfare pork mince
125g (4.5 oz) higher-welfare beef mince
1 onion, peeled and grated
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
100ml (⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon) water

How To Make Jamie Oliver Stuffed Dumplings

Prepare the Dough: Pile the flour onto a clean work surface and make a well in the center. Add salt and warm water, then mix with a fork until a dough forms. Knead into a smooth, firm dough. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Vegetable Filling: Prick the potato with a fork and microwave for 10 minutes until soft. Defrost the spinach and squeeze out excess water. Boil chard stalks for 2 minutes, then add leaves for 1 minute. Roughly chop all veg including the potato (skin on), then mix with cheeses and season.
Make the Meat Filling: Crush the spices and salt together. Mix with water to form a paste. Combine with both minces and grated onion. Mix well by hand until evenly blended.
Roll Out the Dough: Divide rested dough into 16 balls. Roll each into a 12cm (5-inch) disc on a floured surface.
Fill and Shape the Dumplings: Add a spoonful of filling to each disc. Fold the edges up, crimp at least 12 times, twist the top to seal, and snip off excess dough.
Cook the Dumplings: Bring salted water to a boil. Gently drop in dumplings and stir for 30 seconds to prevent sticking. Boil for 7–8 minutes until fully cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon.
Serve: Drizzle with olive oil and scatter fresh herbs on top. Enjoy warm!

Why I Love This Recipe

I love how comforting and hands-on this recipe is. Making dumplings is a relaxing weekend project, and everyone gets excited for them at the table. Whether you go for the cheesy veg filling or the deeply savory meat mix, each bite is pure joy.

Recipe Tips

Rest the Dough Properly: Cold resting makes it easier to roll and helps the texture.
Remove Excess Moisture: Especially important for the veg filling—no soggy dumplings!
Seal Well: Crimp those edges tight to stop the filling from escaping.
Stir Gently at First: Keeps them from sticking to the pot.
Try Pan-Frying: After boiling, crisp them up in a pan for extra texture.

How To Store And Reheat Jamie Oliver Stuffed Dumplings

Refrigerate: Cool leftovers completely and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Freeze uncooked dumplings on a tray. Once solid, store in a bag or container for up to 2 months. Boil from frozen for 8–9 minutes.
Reheat: Steam with a little water in a covered pan for 5–7 minutes until hot.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What type of potato is best for gnocchi? Floury ones like Russets—they mash smooth and hold together well.
How can I stop my gnocchi from going mushy? Dry your potatoes well after boiling and don’t overmix the dough.
What if my dough is too sticky? Sprinkle in a little extra flour, but not too much—you want them light.
How do I know the gnocchi is done? They’ll float to the top of the boiling water—that’s your cue!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 dumpling (assuming the recipe makes 16 servings)

Calories: 145
Total Fat: 2.4g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Total Carbohydrate: 27.5g
Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
Sugars: 1.1g
Protein: 5.3g

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Jamie Oliver Stuffed Dumplings

Course: Dinner

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking time

minutes

Calories

434

kcal

Hearty, hand-shaped dumplings filled with veggies or spiced meat—comforting, customizable, and perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

500g plain flour
Fresh herbs
Olive oil
Veg Filling:
220g potato
200g frozen spinach
100g chard
40g Cheddar
150g cottage cheese
Salt and pepper
Meat Filling:
½ tsp chilli flakes
1 tsp coriander seeds
½ tsp fennel seeds
125g pork mince
125g beef mince
1 onion
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
100ml water

Directions

Make and rest dough.
Prepare fillings.
Roll out dough and fill.
Crimp and seal dumplings.
Boil for 7–8 mins.
Drizzle with oil and herbs. Serve warm.