These dumplings are “steam-fried”, golden & crispy on one side and tender on the other. The Japanese name for a similar dumpling is “Gyoza”.
Chinese Pan-fried Dumplings (Potstickers)
Course: SidesCuisine: ChineseDifficulty: Medium4
servings30
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minutesIngredients
½ kg chicken thigh mince
½ tsp minced garlic
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp white pepper
½ tsp red chili flakes
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp vinegar
2 tbsp spring onions (green parts)
1 tsp green chillies
30 wonton wrappers
Directions
- Finely chop the green chillies.
- In 1 tsp oil, fry the green chillies and minced garlic for 1 min. Set aside to cool.
- Marinade the chicken mince in all the ingredients (for at least 30 minutes).
- Separate the wonton sheets.
- Place about 1 tsp of the chicken mixture on a wonton sheet.
- Shape the dumplings and set aside.

- Once all the dumplings are folded, heat some oil in a heavy-based frying pan.
- Add 8-10 dumplings flat side down (so they’re not over-crowded). Cook on medium heat for about 2-3 mins (till the bases are lightly golden).

- Turn off the flame and add water. Turn flame back on and cook (covered) on medium-low for roughly 6-8 minutes (until the water has dried up and the filling has cooked through). If more water is needed, add about 2-3 tablespoons of water and cook for a further 2-3 minutes.

- Once cooked, transfer the dumplings (golden side up) to a serving plate and serve with a dipping sauce of your choice. Here’s a recipe for a soy dipping sauce I love pairing with these dumplings!

Notes
- This is the brand that I use for wonton wrappers.




