Savory Chinese Pot Stickers
These delightful Savory Chinese Pot Stickers bring the bold flavors of traditional Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. Each dumpling is filled with a delicious mixture of tender pork sausage or ground chicken, aromatic mushrooms, and vibrant vegetables, all wrapped snugly in a wonton shell. Perfect as appetizers or a light meal, these pot stickers are not only high in protein but also offer a fun cooking experience. While a little time-consuming to make, the satisfying taste and texture will make it worth every minute. For a vegetarian option, simply replace the meat with a mix of cooked rice and crunchy water chestnuts. Serve them hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly delightful dish.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
boiling water
1/2 cup (used for soaking mushrooms)
dried porcini mushrooms
1/4 ounce (soaked and minced (or 1 ounce fresh mushrooms, chopped))
vegetable oil
5 tablespoons (divided for sautéing and frying)
green onion
1/3 cup (minced)
gingerroot
1 tablespoon (peeled and minced)
green cabbage
2 cups (finely chopped (or 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained))
water
1/2 cup (added during cabbage cooking as needed)
pork sausage or ground chicken
1/2 lb (raw)
soy sauce
2 teaspoons (for seasoning)
white pepper
1 teaspoon (for seasoning)
dark sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon (for flavoring)
egg white
1 (for binding)
garlic clove
1 (crushed)
wonton wrappers
30 (to wrap the filling)
cornstarch
2 teaspoons (for dusting the baking sheet)
chicken broth
1 cup (divided for cooking)
Instructions
1
Begin by soaking the dried porcini mushrooms in 1/2 cup of boiling water for 5 minutes until softened. If using fresh mushrooms, you can skip this step.
2
Drain the mushrooms, discard the stems, and finely mince the caps.
3
In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the minced mushrooms, green onions, and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
4
Add the finely chopped green cabbage (or thawed spinach) to the skillet and cook for approximately 9 minutes, or until the cabbage is lightly browned. If the mixture starts to stick, add water, one tablespoon at a time as needed.
5
Once cooked, transfer the cabbage mixture to a medium bowl and allow it to cool for a few minutes.
6
To the cooled mixture, add the pork sausage (or ground chicken), soy sauce, white pepper, dark sesame oil, egg white, and crushed garlic. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
7
Take one wonton wrapper and place it on a clean surface. Spoon about a tablespoon of the filling into the center of the wrapper. Moisten the edges with water.
8
Fold the wrapper by bringing together two diagonal corners to form a triangle and pinch to seal. Then, bring the other two corners towards the center and pinch to seal, making sure all edges are firmly sealed to prevent the filling from escaping.
9
Sprinkle a baking sheet with 2 teaspoons of cornstarch and arrange the finished pot stickers on it, covering them with a towel to keep them moist while you finish the rest.
10
In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 teaspoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place 15 pot stickers in the skillet, cooking until the bottoms become golden brown, about 3 minutes.
11
Add 1/2 cup of chicken broth to the skillet and immediately cover it. Allow the pot stickers to steam until the liquid is fully absorbed, approximately 3 minutes.
12
Once cooked, set aside the finished pot stickers to keep warm. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining pot stickers, wiping out the skillet with a paper towel if needed.
13
Serve your pot stickers warm with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chinese Pot Stickers?
Savory Chinese Pot Stickers are traditional Chinese dumplings filled with a mixture of pork sausage or ground chicken, mushrooms, and vegetables, wrapped in a wonton shell and pan-seared then steamed.
Can I use a meat alternative for this recipe?
Yes, for a vegetarian version, you can replace the pork or chicken with a mixture of cooked rice and crunchy water chestnuts.
How do I prepare dried porcini mushrooms for the filling?
Soak the dried porcini mushrooms in 1/2 cup of boiling water for 5 minutes until softened, then drain, discard the stems, and finely mince the caps.
Can fresh mushrooms be used instead of dried?
Yes, you can use 1 ounce of fresh chopped mushrooms and skip the soaking step.
What type of meat is best for the filling?
You can use either 1/2 lb of raw pork sausage or ground chicken.
How do I prevent the cabbage from sticking to the skillet?
If the cabbage mixture starts to stick while sautéing, add water one tablespoon at a time as needed.
What can I use if I don't have green cabbage?
You can substitute 2 cups of green cabbage with 1 cup of frozen chopped spinach that has been thawed and drained.
How much filling should I put in each wonton wrapper?
Spoon about one tablespoon of the filling into the center of each wonton wrapper.
How do I seal the pot stickers?
Moisten the edges with water, fold the wrapper to bring diagonal corners together to form a triangle, then bring the other two corners to the center and pinch all edges firmly.
Why is cornstarch used on the baking sheet?
Sprinkling 2 teaspoons of cornstarch on the baking sheet prevents the raw pot stickers from sticking to the surface.
How long do I pan-fry the pot stickers?
Cook the pot stickers in a hot skillet with oil for about 3 minutes or until the bottoms become golden brown.
What is the steaming process for these dumplings?
After browning the bottoms, add 1/2 cup of chicken broth, cover immediately, and steam for about 3 minutes until the liquid is fully absorbed.
How many pot stickers does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to make approximately 30 pot stickers.
What should I serve with Chinese Pot Stickers?
They are best served hot with soy sauce or your favorite dumpling dipping sauce.
What aromatics are used in the filling?
The filling uses minced green onions, peeled and minced gingerroot, and crushed garlic.
Is there egg in the filling?
The recipe uses one egg white, which helps bind the meat and vegetable mixture together.
What oils are used in this recipe?
Vegetable oil is used for sautéing and frying, while dark sesame oil is added to the filling for flavor.
How do I keep the pot stickers from drying out while I make the rest?
Cover the finished but uncooked pot stickers with a towel on the baking sheet to keep them moist.
Can I use a regular skillet for this recipe?
A large non-stick skillet is recommended to prevent the wrappers from sticking and tearing during the browning phase.
What is the purpose of the chicken broth?
The chicken broth is used to steam the dumplings after they have been pan-fried, ensuring the filling is cooked through and the wrapper is tender.
How long does it take to cook the cabbage?
The finely chopped cabbage should be cooked for approximately 9 minutes until it is lightly browned.
Do I need to peel the ginger?
Yes, the gingerroot should be peeled before being minced for the filling.
What seasonings are added to the meat mixture?
The mixture is seasoned with soy sauce, white pepper, and dark sesame oil.
Are these pot stickers high in protein?
Yes, due to the pork or chicken filling, these pot stickers are considered a high-protein appetizer.
How many pot stickers should I cook at one time?
It is recommended to cook about 15 pot stickers at a time in a large skillet to avoid overcrowding.
Should I wipe the skillet between batches?
Yes, you should wipe out the skillet with a paper towel between batches if needed before adding more oil.
Can I use any type of mushroom?
While dried porcini mushrooms provide a bold flavor, you can use fresh mushrooms or other varieties if preferred.
What texture should the cabbage have?
The cabbage should be finely chopped and sautéed until it is tender and lightly browned.
How do I know when the pot stickers are done steaming?
They are done when the chicken broth has been fully absorbed by the dumplings and the skillet is dry.
Are these suitable for meal prep?
Yes, they can be prepared in advance and are listed as a good option for meal prep.