Gyoza Recipe
Pan-fried dumplings filled with pork and vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Cooking
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 2
Add Water
Gradually add boiling water to the flour mixture, stirring with chopsticks or a fork until a rough dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, finely chopped cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Assembly and Cooking
- 5
Roll the Dough
After the dough has rested, divide it into small portions and roll each portion into a thin circle (about 3 inches in diameter).
- 6
Fill the Dumplings
Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges to seal.
- 7
- 8
Steam the Gyoza
Carefully add water to the skillet (about 1 cup), cover immediately, and let steam for about 5-7 minutes until the water has evaporated.
- 9
Serve
Remove the lid and let the gyoza cook for an additional minute to crisp up the bottoms. Serve hot with soy sauce or dipping sauce of your choice.
