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Gyoza

Pan-fried dumplings filled with ground meat and vegetables.

45 minutes
Serves 2
Appetizer/Side

Instructions

  1. 1

    Sprinkle the minced cabbage with a little salt, let it sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out all excess water using a cheesecloth or your hands.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, squeezed cabbage, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Knead the mixture with your hands until it becomes pale, sticky, and well-mixed.

  3. 3

    Place a wrapper in your palm, add 1 scant tablespoon of filling to the center. Dip your finger in water and wet the outer edge of the wrapper.

  4. 4

    Fold the wrapper in half, pleating only the top edge 5-6 times while pressing it flat against the unpleated bottom edge to seal out any air.

  5. 5

    Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a flat non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the gyoza in a tight circle, flat side down, and fry for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are deeply golden brown and crisp.

  6. 6

    Pour 1/4 cup of water into the skillet (it will splatter) and immediately cover with a tight-fitting lid. Steam for 3-4 minutes until the water evaporates and the wrappers are translucent and chewy. Remove the lid and let the bottoms crisp up again for 30 seconds before serving with a soy-vinegar-rayu dip.

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