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🥟 Authentic Japanese Gyoza Recipe (Pan-Fried Dumplings)

Make authentic Japanese Gyoza at home — crispy on the bottom, juicy inside, and packed with flavor. Easy step-by-step recipe with dipping sauce included!


⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep time: 25 minutes
  • Cook time: 10 minutes
  • Total time: 35 minutes
  • Serves: 4

🧂 Ingredients

For the Filling:

  • ½ lb (225g) ground pork
  • 1 cup cabbage, finely chopped
  • 2 green onions, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper

For the Wrappers:

  • 30 gyoza wrappers (store-bought or homemade)

For Cooking:

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup water

For the Dipping Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp chili oil (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Filling

  1. In a bowl, mix ground pork, cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mix well until combined — this helps create a juicy texture.

Step 2: Fill the Wrappers

  1. Place 1 tsp of filling in the center of each gyoza wrapper.
  2. Moisten the edges with water using your finger.
  3. Fold into a half-moon shape and pleat the edges to seal.

Step 3: Pan-Fry the Gyoza

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add gyoza flat side down and cook until bottoms are golden brown (2–3 minutes).
  3. Add ¼ cup water, cover immediately, and steam for 3–4 minutes until water evaporates.
  4. Uncover and let them crisp up again for 1 minute.

Step 4: Serve

  • Serve hot with dipping sauce.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Best served as an appetizer or side dish with ramen, fried rice, or miso soup.
  • Can also be steamed or deep-fried for different textures.

FAQs About Gyoza

Q1: What is the difference between Gyoza and Dumplings?
A1: Gyoza are Japanese dumplings — typically smaller, with thinner wrappers and garlic-flavored fillings compared to Chinese dumplings.

Q2: Can I make Gyoza vegetarian?
A2: Yes! Replace pork with tofu, mushrooms, and cabbage for a delicious vegan version.

Q3: Can I freeze Gyoza?
A3: Absolutely. Arrange uncooked gyoza on a tray, freeze until solid, then store in freezer bags for up to 2 months.

Q4: How do I reheat Gyoza?
A4: Reheat in a nonstick pan with a bit of oil — it restores the crisp texture.

Q5: What sauce goes best with Gyoza?
A5: A mix of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil makes a classic dipping sauce.

🍳 Tips for Perfect Gyoza

  • Don’t overfill — too much filling can cause tearing.
  • Use cold water for sealing — it prevents sticking.
  • Cook in batches for even browning.

🍱 Similar Recipes You’ll Love

  • Teriyaki Salmon Recipe
  • Tamagoyaki (Japanese Omelette)
  • Onigiri (Rice Balls)
  • Yakitori (Grilled Chicken Skewers)
  • Japanese Fried Rice (Chahan)

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