Why Did My Dumplings Get Hard?
Dumplings can get hard if they are overcooked or if the liquid they are cooking in evaporates too quickly. Overcooking causes the dough to become tough and chewy, whereas insufficient liquid can lead to the outer layer of the dumplings drying out and becoming hard. It is important to maintain a gentle simmer and not overcook the dumplings, checking on them periodically to ensure they are cooked through but still soft and tender.