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Chicken Potstickers with Soy Dipping Sauce

Elina James
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizers
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb (450g) ground chicken
  • 1 cup finely shredded cabbage
  • ½ cup finely chopped green onions
  • 1 small carrot, grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • ½ tsp white pepper (or black pepper)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • For the Potstickers
  • 1 package round dumpling wrappers (about 24 wrappers)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
  • ½ cup water (for steaming)
  • For the Soy Dipping Sauce
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp sugar or honey
  • ½ tsp chili flakes or chili oil (optional)
  • 1 tsp chopped green onion or sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Filling : In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, cabbage, green onions, carrot, garlic, and ginger. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, pepper, and salt. Mix gently with a spoon or your hands until all ingredients are well combined. Avoid overmixing — this keeps the filling tender.
  • Step 2: Assemble the Potstickers : Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into the center. Wet the edge of the wrapper with water using your fingertip. Fold the wrapper in half to form a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges together tightly or pleat for a traditional look. Repeat until all filling is used. Keep wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
  • Step 3: Cook the Potstickers : Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange potstickers in a single layer (flat side down). Cook for 2–3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown. Carefully pour ¼ cup of water into the pan and immediately cover with a lid. Steam for 5–6 minutes until the water evaporates and the potstickers are cooked through. Remove the lid and cook uncovered for another 1–2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms again.
  • Step 4: Make the Dipping Sauce : In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and chili flakes. Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped green onion.