Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings
These Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings are a delicious recreation of Noodles and Company's famous potstickers. Filled with a savory blend of ground pork, ginger, and cabbage, these dumplings are pan-fried until golden and crispy. Served alongside a spicy soy sauce dip, this recipe is an irresistible appetizer or a satisfying main course.
ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 cups Napa cabbage, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 package dumpling wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for fryingSpicy Soy Sauce Dip:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
steps
- 1.
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, Napa cabbage, green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- 2.
Place a tablespoon of the mixture onto each dumpling wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold in half, and press the edges to seal. Repeat until all the filling is used.
- 3.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the dumplings in a single layer and cook until the bottoms become golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4.
Add ¼ cup of water to the skillet and cover immediately. Allow the dumplings to steam for 6-7 minutes or until the wrappers are tender.
- 5.
Meanwhile, prepare the spicy soy sauce dip by combining all the dip ingredients in a small bowl and whisking until smooth.
- 6.
Once the dumplings are cooked, remove the lid and continue to cook until all the water has evaporated, and the bottoms of the dumplings are crispy and caramelized.
- 7.
Serve the Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings hot, alongside the spicy soy sauce dip for dipping.
