Yasai Gyoza

Yasai Gyoza are delightful vegetarian dumplings filled with a medley of fresh vegetables and herbs, offering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for a light lunch, these dumplings can be pan-fried for a crispy texture or steamed for a softer finish.

Ingredients

• Gyoza wrappers - 12 pieces
• Cabbage - 100 grams, finely chopped
• Carrot - 50 grams, grated
• Shiitake mushrooms - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons for frying
• Water - 100 ml for steaming

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the finely chopped cabbage, grated carrot, chopped shiitake mushrooms, green onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
2. Take a gyoza wrapper and place about 1 tablespoon of the vegetable filling in the center. Wet the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it in half, and pinch the edges to seal tightly, creating pleats if desired. Repeat until all filling is used.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Arrange half of the gyoza in the skillet, flat side down, and cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
4. Add 50 ml of water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and steam the gyoza for about 5-7 minutes or until the water has evaporated.
5. Remove the lid and let the gyoza cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms. Transfer to a plate and repeat the cooking process with the remaining gyoza.
6. Serve the gyoza hot with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Low in calories, making them a healthy option for weight management.

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