Gul Mandu

Gul Mandu is a delightful low-carb Korean seafood dumpling, bursting with flavors of fresh seafood and aromatic herbs. This dish is perfect for a healthy yet satisfying meal that celebrates the essence of Korean cuisine.

Ingredients

• Ground shrimp - 150 grams
• Ground squid - 100 grams
• Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons
• Minced garlic - 1 teaspoon
• Grated ginger - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cabbage leaves - 4 large leaves
• Chopped cilantro - 2 tablespoons
• Egg - 1 large
• Red chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground shrimp, ground squid, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, chopped cilantro, and egg. Mix well until fully combined.
2. Take a cabbage leaf and place 1 tablespoon of the seafood mixture in the center. Fold the sides over the filling and roll it up tightly to form a dumpling. Repeat with the remaining mixture and cabbage leaves.
3. In a steamer, place the prepared dumplings and steam for about 15 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
4. For serving, sprinkle red chili flakes over the dumplings and serve with extra soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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