Korean Beef Mandu

Name: Korean Beef Mandu
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 8 oz ground beef (80/20); 8 oz firm tofu, drained, crumbled; 2 oz dried glass noodles (dangmyeon), soaked, chopped; 1 cup napa cabbage, finely chopped; 4 scallions, minced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 2 tsp sesame oil; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 40 round dumpling wrappers (gyoza wrappers); 2 tbsp neutral oil (for pan-frying); 6 tbsp water (for steaming); 4 tbsp soy sauce (for dipping); 2 tbsp rice vinegar (for dipping sauce)

Pan-fried Korean dumplings filled with seasoned ground beef, tofu, and glass noodles, crispy on the bottom and steamed-tender on top - a satisfying appetizer perfect for sharing.

65 minMediumServes 4230 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz ground beef (80/20)
8 oz firm tofu, drained, crumbled
2 oz dried glass noodles (dangmyeon), soaked, chopped
1 cup napa cabbage, finely chopped
4 scallions, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp black pepper
40 round dumpling wrappers (gyoza wrappers)
2 tbsp neutral oil (for pan-frying)
6 tbsp water (for steaming)
4 tbsp soy sauce (for dipping)
2 tbsp rice vinegar (for dipping sauce)

Instructions

1

Soak 2 oz dried glass noodles (dangmyeon) in hot water for 10 minutes until softened. Drain, roughly chop into 1-inch lengths, and set aside.
2

Place 1 cup finely chopped napa cabbage in a clean towel, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
3

In a large bowl, combine 8 oz ground beef (80/20), 8 oz drained, crumbled firm tofu, the chopped glass noodles, squeezed cabbage, 4 minced scallions, 3 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly until uniform.
4

Place a round dumpling wrappers (gyoza wrappers) in your palm. Add about 1 heaping teaspoon of filling to the center. Moisten the edge with water, fold in half, and pleat and press to seal firmly. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
5

Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil (for pan-frying) in a large non-stick or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange mandu flat-side down in a single layer (do not crowd; work in batches). Cook 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
6

Carefully pour 6 tbsp water (for steaming) into the pan, cover immediately with a lid, and steam for 4-5 minutes until the wrappers are tender and the filling is cooked through. Uncover and cook 1 more minute to re-crisp the bottoms. The internal temperature of the beef filling should reach 160°F (71°C).
7

Stir together 4 tbsp soy sauce (for dipping) and 2 tbsp rice vinegar (for dipping sauce) for a quick dipping sauce. Serve the mandu hot.

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Questions

What is Korean Beef Mandu?

Pan-fried Korean dumplings filled with seasoned ground beef, tofu, and glass noodles, crispy on the bottom and steamed-tender on top - a satisfying appetizer perfect for sharing. This reference files it under Korean appetizer: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 65 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Korean Beef Mandu reach?

For Korean Beef Mandu, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 6. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why salt and drain the vegetables in Korean Beef Mandu?

Step 2 reads: "Place 1 cup finely chopped napa cabbage in a clean towel, sprinkle with a pinch of salt, and squeeze out as much moisture as possible." Salt pulls water out. Doing it at step 2 means that water ends up in the colander rather than in the finished dish.

Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef in Korean Beef Mandu?

Yes. Choose turkey that is not extra-lean and add a tablespoon of oil to the pan, because turkey has less fat and browns more slowly. Season it a little harder than you would beef. As written, the entry for Korean Beef Mandu uses 8 oz ground beef (80/20).

Does Korean Beef Mandu contain sesame?

Yes: 2 tsp sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy and sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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