Pork Gyoza

Name: Pork Gyoza
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork; 2 cups napa cabbage, finely chopped; 4 stalks green onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp sesame oil; 30 gyoza wrappers; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/2 cup water

Crispy on the bottom and tender on top, these Japanese dumplings feature savory seasoned ground pork and cabbage wrapped in thin dough.

40 minMediumServes 4380 cal/serving

JapaneseAppetizerStovetopHigh ProteinDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
2 cups napa cabbage, finely chopped
4 stalks green onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
30 gyoza wrappers
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 cup water

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 2 cups finely chopped napa cabbage, 4 stalks thinly sliced green onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until mixture becomes sticky.
2

Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each of the 30 gyoza wrappers.
3

Moisten wrapper edges with 1/2 cup water, fold in half, and pleat top edges tightly to seal.
4

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and place dumplings flat-side down.
5

Cook for 2 minutes until bottoms are golden brown, then pour in 1/2 cup water and cover skillet immediately.
6

Steam for 5 minutes until filling reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
7

Remove lid and cook for another minute to crisp the bottoms before serving.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Pork Gyoza reach?

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

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Pork Gyoza?

The entry for Pork Gyoza calls for 1 tbsp sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of ground pork in Pork Gyoza?

Yes. Use dark-meat ground chicken or turkey if you can, and add a teaspoon of oil per half pound, since pork brings fat that poultry does not. As written, the entry for Pork Gyoza uses 1 lb ground pork.

Can I make Pork Gyoza gluten-free?

Not cleanly. 2 tbsp soy sauce, 30 gyoza wrappers has no substitute that behaves the same way in this dish. If you need strictly gluten-free, start from the gluten-free appetizer collection instead.

Does Pork Gyoza contain sesame?

Yes: 1 tbsp 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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