Let’s get something straight before we dive in—I’m fully aware that panzanella literally means "bread salad." But I’m also fully aware that bread comes in mannnyyy different shapes and sizes, and that bread stuffed with something is almost always better than unstuffed bread. Hence, my intense desire to swap out the traditional stale bread in a panzanella salad for crispy deep-fried dumplings. The dumplings start crispy and chewy, but after a few minutes of swimming with soy- and chili-marinated tomatoes and cucumbers, they soak up some extra flavor, adding a bit of textural contrast to the dish. This is the perfect low-lift dinner for when you want to feel like you’ve made some effort without actually making a ton of effort.
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