Easy Potstickers
Make homemade potstickers with this easy recipe featuring crispy-bottomed dumplings filled with chicken and cabbage. Perfect appetizer!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup boiling water
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 pound ground chicken breast
- 3 cups napa cabbage, finely shredded
- 3 green onions, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
- 1/2 cup water for steaming
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce for dipping sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar for dipping sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil for dipping sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger for dipping sauce
Instructions
- 1
Combine the all-purpose flour with sea salt in a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Pour boiling water into the flour mixture while stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
- 3
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic, then cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, prepare the filling by combining ground chicken breast, shredded napa cabbage, minced green onions, grated fresh ginger, minced garlic, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and white pepper in a medium bowl, stirring until well combined.
- 5
Divide the rested dough into 24 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
- 6
Use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a thin 3-inch circle, keeping the edges slightly thinner than the center.
- 7
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into the center of each wrapper.
- 8
Fold each wrapper in half to create a half-moon shape, then pinch the edges firmly to seal, creating decorative crimps along the fold if desired.
- 9
Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 10
Arrange the potstickers in a single layer in the hot skillet, flat side down, and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until the bottoms turn golden brown and crispy.
- 11
Pour 1/2 cup water around the potstickers (not directly on them) and immediately cover the skillet with a lid.
- 12
Steam the potstickers for 6-7 minutes until the water has mostly evaporated and the wrappers appear slightly translucent.
- 13
Remove the lid carefully and allow any remaining moisture to cook off, about 1 minute more, then transfer to a serving plate.
- 14
Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and grated fresh ginger in a small bowl to create the dipping sauce.
- 15
Serve the warm potstickers immediately with the prepared dipping sauce on the side.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ground chicken breast | ground turkey breast | Turkey provides an even leaner protein option with similar flavor profile and texture |
| all-purpose flour | whole wheat flour or spelt flour blend (50/50 mix) | Whole grains increase fiber content and provide more sustained energy with lower glycemic impact |
| napa cabbage | shredded zucchini mixed with cabbage (half and half) | Zucchini adds volume, fiber, and moisture while reducing overall calorie density of the filling |
| sesame oil | avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil | These oils offer heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and anti-inflammatory properties while reducing saturated fat |
| low-sodium soy sauce | tamari or coconut aminos | Tamari is gluten-free and coconut aminos contain lower sodium and amino acids, offering easier digestion |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 298 |
| Total Fat | 9g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 48mg |
| Sodium | 385mg |
| Carbohydrates | 34g |
| Fiber | 4g |
| Sugar | 1g |
| Protein | 19g |
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