Description
These delicious homemade chicken and vegetable potstickers are a perfect blend of juicy, flavorful filling wrapped in golden, crispy dumpling wrappers. Packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic seasonings, these potstickers are easy to make and ideal for an appetizer, snack, or light meal. Dip them in a tangy soy-based sauce for an irresistible treat. Whether steamed, pan-fried, or both, this recipe guarantees restaurant-quality dumplings at home.
Ingredients
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- For the Filling:
- 1/2 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup napa cabbage, finely shredded
- 1/4 cup carrots, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of salt
- For the Dumplings:
- 30 round dumpling wrappers
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup water (for steaming)
- For the Dipping Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, cabbage, carrots, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, pepper, and salt. Mix well until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Potstickers:
- Place a dumpling wrapper on a flat surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling to the center.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold in half, and pleat the edges to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Cook the Potstickers:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange potstickers in a single layer, flat side down, and cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 2 minutes.
- Add 1/4 cup water to the skillet, cover, and steam for 3-4 minutes until the filling is cooked through. Remove the lid and let the water evaporate.
- Make the Dipping Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, chili flakes (if using), and honey. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve:
- Transfer potstickers to a serving plate and serve hot with the dipping sauce.
Notes
- To freeze, place uncooked potstickers on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer to a freezer bag and cook directly from frozen when ready.
- Substitute ground chicken with ground pork or turkey for variation.
- Adjust the dipping sauce to your preference by adding more spice, sweetness, or acidity.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Appetizers