Best 5 Gyoza Japanese Dumplings Recipes

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Gyoza, also known as Japanese dumplings, are a delectable dish that combines minced meat, vegetables, and a variety of seasonings, all wrapped in a thin dough and cooked to perfection. Originating in China, gyoza have become an integral part of Japanese cuisine, enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating your own delicious gyoza at home. We'll provide you with a comprehensive list of ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and helpful tips to ensure that your gyoza turn out perfectly crispy on the outside and bursting with flavor on the inside. So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure and discover the secrets of making the best gyoza Japanese dumplings.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

JAPANESE GYOZA (DUMPLINGS)



Japanese GYOZA (Dumplings) image

My mother's traditional recipe for Gyoza, Japanese dumplings. You can get the gyoza wrappers at Woolworths and Coles! The best way to learn how to make these is to watch the RECIPE VIDEO below!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Appetizer     Side

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups green cabbage, very finely chopped
1 tsp salt, separated
1 lb / 500g ground pork (mince) (fattier the better)
1 cup garlic chives, finely chopped (Note 1)
1 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp ginger, grated
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch / corn flour
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp cornflour (cornstarch) - for tray
40 - 45 round wonton (gyoza) wrappers (Gow Gee wrappers) - 1 1/2 packets (Note 2)
3 tbsp vegetable oil (or other cooking oil)
Soy sauce
Rice wine vinegar
Chili oil (Rayu is Japanese chili oil)

Steps:

  • Combine cabbage and 1/2 tsp salt in a small bowl, then set aside for 20 minutes to allow the cabbage to wilt slightly.
  • Place remaining Filling ingredients (including remaining 1/2 tsp salt) in a large bowl. Squeeze out any excess water from the cabbage and add to the bowl.
  • Use your hands to mix the Filling.
  • Sprinkle a baking tray with 1 tsp of cornstarch / cornflour.
  • Place 1 gyoza wrapper on your palm (left hand for right-handed people). Dip your finger in water and run it around the edge of half the gyoza wrapper (to seal).
  • Place 1 slightly heaped tbsp of Filling on the wrapper. Fold wrapper over and use your right hand assisted by your left hand thumb to create 4 pleats. Press to seal and place on the tray. Repeat with remaining wrappers. (See video for demo)

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 28 g, Calories 72 kcal

JAPANESE GYOZA DUMPLINGS



Japanese Gyoza Dumplings image

Japanese gyoza are like Chinese dumplings and potstickers but use thinner skins and finely ground meat. Gyoza are a more delicate than the usual potsticker.

Provided by Sarah

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 cups napa cabbage ((about 1 pound/450g, roughly chopped into large pieces))
8 ounces ground pork ((70% to 80% lean, 225g))
1 clove garlic ((smashed))
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ginger ((minced))
1 scallion ((chopped))
2 tablespoons vegetable oil ((plus more for pan-frying))
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
Store-bought gyoza wrappers
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon hot water
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Begin by blanching the napa cabbage in boiling water for 30 seconds. Drain the cabbage in a colander and rinse with cold water. Squeeze any excess water from the cabbage with your hands.
  • To the food processor, add the blanched cabbage, ground pork, smashed garlic, ginger, scallion, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, salt and pepper. Pulse the mixture in the food processor until the filling is well-combined.
  • Prepare sheet pans or cookie sheets lined with plastic wrap or parchment paper. To assemble the gyoza, place about 2 teaspoons of filling in the middle of each wrapper, and use your finger dipped in a small bowl of fresh water to moisten the outer edges of the wrapper. You could simply fold them in half, or you can pleat them as you see in the photos. Make sure they are well-sealed.
  • Heat a tablespoon of cooking oil in a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Place the gyoza in the pan and fry until the bottom of the gyoza become crispy and golden, about 2-3 minutes.
  • When the gyoza have fried, add 1 tablespoon of water to the hot pan and immediately cover the pan to steam the dumplings. Let the gyoza to steam until the water has evaporated (about 2 minutes), remove the cover, and continue cooking until the bottoms of the gyoza get crispy again.
  • Prepare your dipping sauce by combining all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl, and serve alongside the crispy gyoza!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 615 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GYOZA (JAPANESE DUMPLINGS)



Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings) image

Provided by Sachie Nomura

Categories     Mushroom     Appetizer     Kid-Friendly     Lunch     Meat     Deep-Fry     Cabbage     Pastry     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Small Plates

Yield 50 dumplings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 packet 50 gyoza wrappers
Filling:
1/8 cabbage
1 teaspoon salt
400 g lean pork or chicken
1/2 bunch garlic chives, finely chopped
4 dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked in hot water and finely chopped
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil, plus 2 teaspoons extra, for cooking
Pinch of salt
Dipping sauce:
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
La-yu (Japanese chilli oil), optional

Steps:

  • Dice cabbage finely and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Give it a bit of a massage. Leave for 10-15 minutes and then squeeze with your hands to remove any moisture.
  • With your hands thoroughly mix together cabbage, ground meat, chives, mushrooms, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and pinch of salt.
  • Dry your hands completely (or wrappers will stick). Place a gyoza wrapper on one hand and put 1 teaspoon filling in centre of wrapper.
  • Brush edge of half the wrapper with cold water. Make a semi-circle by folding the wrapper in half. Pinch open sides of wrapper together with your fingers and seal the top.
  • Place a large frying pan over medium-high heat, add 2 teaspoons sesame oil and arrange 20-25 gyoza in pan. Add 200ml water to cover bottom of pan, cover with lid and cook on medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes or until translucent, cooked and no liquid is left in pan. Take off lid and cook for another 30-60 seconds for the bottoms to go crunchy. Cook remaining gyoza or freeze them.
  • Mix together soy sauce, vinegar and chilli oil, if using. Serve gyoza hot with dipping sauce.

GYOZA DUMPLINGS RECIPE BY TASTY



Gyoza Dumplings Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: minced pork, sake, salt, sugar, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, potato starch, cabbage, chinese chive, gyoza skin, water, potato starch, sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, gyoza sauce

Provided by Spencer Kombol

Categories     Sides

Yield 30 dumplings

Number Of Ingredients 19

5.3 oz minced pork
1 teaspoon sake
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 clove garlic, grated
1 ginger, grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon potato starch
7 oz cabbage, minced
0.7 oz chinese chive, minced
30 sheets gyoza skin
⅓ cup water
2 teaspoons potato starch
sesame oil
soy sauce
vinegar
1 cup chili oil
gyoza sauce

Steps:

  • Put pork, sake, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Mix until meat is sticky.
  • Combine garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, potato starch, cabbage, and chive. Mix them very well in a bowl.
  • Scoop a spoonful of filling onto the middle of the gyoza skin.
  • Apply water for skin edge with your finger. Fold in half and pinch pleats into the edges, then wrap up.
  • Heat sesame oil in the pan and lay gyoza in single layer. Keep on medium heat for 2 minutes.
  • When gyoza turns brown, pour in slurry and put the lid on. Steam for 3 minutes.
  • Take off the lid, put more sesame oil and cook over low heat.
  • Cover a pan with a plate, turn over a pan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 0 grams

GYOZA (JAPANESE POTSTICKERS)



Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers) image

Gyoza are the Japanese version of a jiaozi, or Chinese potstickers. This version is pan fried but they work well deep fried or steamed too.

Provided by ehagood10

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Dumpling Recipes

Time 54m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ pound ground pork
½ head napa cabbage, shredded
1 egg
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 (2 inch) piece fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce, or more to taste
1 small clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon sesame oil
30 gyoza wrappers, or as needed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or as needed
1 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons sesame oil
1 dash sriracha sauce, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine ground pork, napa cabbage, egg, green onions, ginger, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil in a bowl.
  • Arrange gyoza wrappers on a flat work surface. Place 1 teaspoon of pork mixture in the middle of each wrapper. Wet edges with your finger or a brush. Fold up sides to form a semicircle; pinch edges to seal.
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 12 to 15 gyoza to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Pour in 1/2 cup water; cover and cook until water is absorbed, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer gyoza to a plate. Repeat with remaining gyoza.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons soy sauce, rice vinegar, 1 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, and 1 dash sriracha sauce together to make dipping sauce. Serve dipping side alongside gyoza.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.2 g, Cholesterol 59 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 763.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Tips

  • To make the perfect gyoza wrapper, mix all-purpose flour and water in a bowl until a smooth dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes until it is elastic and shiny. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
  • When filling the gyoza, be careful not to overfill them. Otherwise, they will be difficult to fold and seal. A good rule of thumb is to fill each gyoza with about 1 tablespoon of filling.
  • To fold the gyoza, start by placing a small amount of filling in the center of a gyoza wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half, then pinch the edges together to seal. Make sure the seal is tight so that the filling does not leak out during cooking.
  • Gyoza can be cooked in a variety of ways. They can be pan-fried, steamed, or boiled. Pan-frying is the most popular method, as it gives the gyoza a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • To pan-fry gyoza, heat a little oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the gyoza and cook for a few minutes until they are golden brown on the bottom. Then, add a little water to the pan and cover it. Let the gyoza steam for a few minutes until they are cooked through.

Conclusion

Gyoza are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy meal, or they can be served as an appetizer or side dish. With a little practice, you can make perfect gyoza at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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