Dumplings with Soy Slaw

• 2-9oz pkgs fresh or frozen dumplings or pot stickers
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 3 tsp sugar
• 2 tsp soy sauce, plus more for serving
• Hot sauce (optional)
• 1 16oz bag coleslaw mix
• 5 scallions (white & light green parts), thinly sliced on the diagonal
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
• Soy sauce

1. Cook the dumplings acc. to the pkg directions (panfrying is preferable to steaming).

2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, and hot sauce (if using). Add the coleslaw mix and toss.

3. Divide the slaw among individual bowls and sprinkle with the scallions and peanuts. Top with the cooked dumplings. Pour any sauce that remains in the bowl over the dumplings. Serve with addtl soy sauce on the side.