Fried Gyoza Potstickers 

 Fried gyoza, also known as potstickers, are a delightful Japanese dumpling with a crispy bottom and a juicy filling. Below is a straightforward recipe for making them at home:

Ingredients:

- Gyoza wrappers

- 300g of ground pork or chicken

- 1 cup of finely chopped cabbage

- 2 finely chopped green onions

- 1 minced clove of garlic

- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger

- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce

- 1 teaspoon of sesame oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Vegetable oil for frying

- Water for steaming

Dipping Sauce:

- Soy sauce

- Rice vinegar

- Optional: chili oil for heat

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling: Mix the ground meat, cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl. Add salt and pepper.

2. Fill the Gyoza: Spoon a teaspoon of filling into each wrapper, moisten the edges with water, fold over to form a half-moon shape, and press to seal, creating pleats if desired.

3. Fry the Gyoza: In a pan with medium heat, add vegetable oil. Place the gyoza flat side down and cook until golden.

4. Steam the Gyoza: Add water to the pan, cover with a lid, and let steam until the water evaporates. Uncover and cook for another minute to crisp up.

5. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: Combine soy sauce and rice vinegar in a bowl, adding chili oil if you want some spice.

6. Serve: Present the gyoza with the dipping sauce while hot.

Enjoy making and eating your homemade fried gyoza. Exercise caution with the hot oil and steaming process.