Pan-Seared Pork Gyoza with Melty Cheese
A fusion twist on traditional Japanese gyoza, this pan-seared dish features juicy pork and a melty cheesy center.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Ground Pork80/20 lean to fat ratio
- ●20-24 wrappers Gyoza Wrappersavailable in most Asian markets
- ●1 cup shredded mozzarella Melty Cheeseor other melty cheese of choice
- ●1/4 cup thinly sliced Green Onionsfor garnish
- ●2 tablespoons Soy Saucefor serving
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame Oilfor pan-searing
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the pan and swirl to coat.
- 3
Add the ground pork to the pan, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 4
Once the pork is browned, add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and stir to combine.
- 5
Lay a gyoza wrapper on a flat surface and place a tablespoon of the pork mixture in the center.
- 6
Place a small piece of melty cheese on top of the pork mixture.
- 7
Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges to seal.
- 8
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- 9
Add the gyoza to the pan, leaving a small amount of space between each dumpling.
- 10
Pan-fry the gyoza until the bottoms are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- 11
Flip the gyoza over and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the other side is also golden brown.
- 12
Serve the gyoza hot with additional soy sauce and green onions for garnish.