These Japanese potstickers are crispy-bottomed pan-fried dumplings filled with seasoned ground pork, shredded napa cabbage, and fresh ginger, served golden and tender with a soy-chili dipping sauce.
2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
30 gyoza wrappers, or as needed
10 Ingredients
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Instructions
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the shredded cabbage until it is tender but still crisp. Plunge into ice cold water, remove, and drain thoroughly. In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, cooked cabbage, green onion, minced ginger, egg, soy sauce, chili oil and sesame oil. Lay a gyoza wrapper in front of you. Wet all the edges with water. Place a teaspoon of filling in the middle of the wrapper. Fold the sides up to form a semicircle, and then pinch the edges to seal. Continue with the rest of the gyoza wrappers until the filling is gone. To cook, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a heavy frying pan over medium-high to high heat. Add 12 - 15 of the gyoza and cook for 2 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom. Add 1/2 cup of water to the pan. Cover the dumplings and cook until the water is absorbed (5 to 7 minutes). Repeat with the remainder of the gyoza dumplings..] More Potstickers RecipesPotstickers - includes a dough recipePork and Vegetable Dumplings - from Farina KingsleyVegetarian PotstickersCantonese PotstickersPotstickers Dipping Sauce RecipeGinger Dipping Sauce - this easy to make dip also goes very nicely with potstickers.
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Tips & Notes
Pro tips
Brown the gyoza bottoms on high heat without moving them for 2–3 minutes to develop a crispy, golden crust before adding water.
Don't overfill the wrappers—1 teaspoon of filling is ideal to prevent bursting and ensure even cooking.
Use a mixture of both sesame and hot chili oil in the filling for depth; adjust chili oil to your spice preference.
Steam the gyoza covered after adding water to the pan, then uncover in the last 30 seconds to firm up any remaining moisture.
Substitutions
Napa cabbage → regular green cabbage (will be slightly crunchier, less delicate)
Sesame oil → neutral oil like canola (gyoza will lack the nutty finish)
Soy sauce → tamari (use if serving gluten-free, swap 1:1)
Storage & make-ahead
Store cooked gyoza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water until warmed through.
Equipment
large skillet or wok with a lid · pastry brush (for wetting wrapper edges)
Common Questions
What are gyoza wrappers and where do I find them?
Gyoza wrappers are small, round dumpling wrappers, thinner than wonton wrappers. Find them in the refrigerated Asian section of most supermarkets or at Asian markets.
How do I prevent gyoza from sticking to the pan?
Use enough vegetable oil in the skillet and let the bottoms brown undisturbed for 2–3 minutes before adding water. Don't overcrowd the pan.
Can I make gyoza ahead of time?
Yes. Fold and freeze uncooked gyoza on a sheet tray, then transfer to a freezer bag. Fry directly from frozen, adding 1–2 extra minutes to cooking time.
What's the best way to fold gyoza?
Place filling in the center, wet the edge with water, fold in half, then pleat one side and pinch the center to seal. Practice improves speed and appearance.
Can I use ground chicken or beef instead of pork?
Yes. Ground chicken works well and will be slightly leaner; beef gives a richer flavor. Adjust soy sauce to taste as beef pairs differently with the seasonings.