Potstickers
Golden, crispy-bottomed dumplings filled with a savory pork and green onion mixture, steamed to juicy perfection. A classic appetizer or main that's surprisingly simple to make at home.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 22g

Ingredients
- 30 pieces dumpling wrappers
- 1 pound ground pork
- 4 stalks green onions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Finely chop green onions and grate ginger. In a bowl, mix pork, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger until well combined.
- 2
Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Moisten edges with water, fold, and pleat to seal tightly.
- 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange potstickers in a single layer, flat side down.
- 4
Cook until bottoms are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Carefully pour in water, then cover immediately.
- 5
Steam for 8-10 minutes until water evaporates and filling is cooked through. Uncover and cook 1-2 minutes to re-crisp bottoms.
- 6
Slide onto a plate, crispy side up. Garnish with extra sliced green onions if desired. Serve hot with soy sauce for dipping.
Tools you’ll need
- large nonstick skillet with lid
- mixing bowl
- cutting board
- knife
- grater
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