Crispy Smashed Gyozas (Print version)

Golden pan-fried dumplings with savory pork filling, served with tangy dipping sauce.

# What you'll need:

→ Filling

01 - 7 oz ground pork
02 - 1 cup napa cabbage, finely shredded
03 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
07 - 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
08 - 1/2 teaspoon sugar
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Dumplings

10 - 16 store-bought wonton wrappers
11 - 2 tablespoons neutral oil
12 - Water, as needed

→ Dipping Sauce

13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 teaspoon chili oil
16 - 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

# Directions:

01 - In a bowl, combine ground pork, napa cabbage, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, sugar, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
02 - Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Place 1 heaping teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold over to form a half-moon, press gently to seal, and flatten slightly with your palm.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Place half the dumplings flat side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
04 - Add 2 tablespoons water to the pan and cover immediately. Steam for 2-3 minutes until the wrappers are tender and the filling is cooked through.
05 - Remove the lid and cook for another 1 minute to re-crisp the bottoms. Transfer to a serving plate and repeat process with remaining dumplings and oil.
06 - Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and toasted sesame seeds in a small bowl.
07 - Serve gyozas hot with the prepared dipping sauce.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick Prep: Ready in just 32 minutes using convenient store-bought wonton wrappers.
  • Perfect Texture: Achieves a balance between a tender wrapper and a crispy, smashed golden-brown bottom.
  • Easy Customization: Simple to adapt with different proteins or extra vegetables for a personal touch.
02 -
  • Perfect Seal: Be careful not to use too much water on the edges, just enough to moisten and seal the wrapper.
  • Batch Cooking: If your skillet is small, cook the dumplings in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure they crisp evenly.
  • Crispy Finish: After the steaming phase, don't skip the final minute of cooking without the lid; this re-crisps the bottom perfectly.
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