Yaki Gyoza with Tofu and Vegetables

Yaki Gyoza with Tofu and Vegetables is a delightful low-carb Japanese dish, featuring crispy dumplings filled with protein-rich tofu and a medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for a light lunch, these gyoza are both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• Firm tofu - 200 grams, crumbled
• Cabbage - 100 grams, finely chopped
• Carrot - 50 grams, grated
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Gyoza wrappers - 20 pieces
• Oil for frying - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 100 ml

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, chopped cabbage, grated carrot, green onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Take a gyoza wrapper and place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it in half, and pinch the edges to seal tightly. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add half of the gyoza to the pan, making sure they are not overcrowded.
4. Fry the gyoza for about 2-3 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown. Add 50 ml of water to the skillet and cover immediately with a lid. Steam for about 5 minutes until the water has evaporated.
5. Remove the lid and let the gyoza cook for another 1-2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining gyoza, adding more oil if necessary.
6. Serve hot with dipping sauce of your choice, such as soy sauce or a vinegar-based dip.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu, aiding in muscle repair and growth.
• Packed with vegetables, offering essential vitamins and minerals.

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