Japan • Dumplings

Japanese Gyoza

Make japanese gyoza at home with measured ingredients and clear, individual cooking steps. An original BestFoodBook home-kitchen adaptation inspired by Japan's cuisine.

Savory
Prep45 min
Cook15 min
Servings4
Japanese Gyoza
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Method

  1. 01

    Step 1

    Salt cabbage and leave 10 minutes; squeeze firmly to remove moisture.

  2. 02

    Step 2

    Mix cabbage, pork, spring onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce and sesame oil.

  3. 03

    Step 3

    Place a teaspoon of filling in each wrapper, moisten the edge, fold and pleat to seal.

  4. 04

    Step 4

    Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a lidded pan and arrange half the dumplings flat-side down. Fry 2–3 minutes until golden.

  5. 05

    Step 5

    Carefully add 80 ml water and cover immediately. Steam 5–6 minutes until filling reaches 74°C, then uncover and evaporate water. Repeat with the second batch.

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Nutrition

Nutrition has not been calculated for this recipe.

Editorial recipe. Preparation may vary by region; not independently kitchen-tested.

Source: BestFoodBook original editorial recipe; not kitchen-tested