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Gyoza Recipe (Japanese Dumplings)

Savory Gyoza Recipe: Easy Homemade Japanese Dumplings

This Gyoza Recipe (Japanese Dumplings) combines ground turkey and fresh vegetables for a delicious treat that's easy to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 82
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dumplings
  • 20 pieces wonton wrappers can substitute with round wrappers
  • 1 pound ground turkey can substitute with ground chicken, pork, or seafood
  • 3 pieces green onions finely chopped
  • 1 cup cabbage shredded; can use coleslaw mix
  • 2 cloves garlic pressed
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup water for steaming
Serving Suggestions
  • 1/4 cup dipping sauce mix of soy sauce, sesame oil, and fresh ginger

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • non-stick skillet
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Lid

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gyoza Recipe
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, green onions, cabbage, garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  2. Lay out wonton wrappers and scoop small portions of filling into the center.
  3. Brush water around the edges of each wrapper, fold over the filling, and seal.
  4. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and fry gyoza until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour in water, cover, and steam gyoza for 3-4 minutes until cooked.
  6. Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2dumplingsCalories: 82kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These gyoza are versatile; feel free to change the protein or add vegetables for a custom twist.

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