Deep-Fried Shrimp and Chive Gyoza with Spicy Ponzu Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

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Golden deep-fried gyoza bursting with shrimp and chive filling, paired with a zesty spicy ponzu dipping sauce. This Japanese-inspired dumpling recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs shrimp (peeled and chopped), chives, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

250 g shrimp (peeled and chopped)
30 g chives
1 clove minced garlic
1 tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp white pepper
30 pieces gyoza wrappers
500 ml vegetable oil (for frying)
3 tbsp ponzu sauce
1 tsp sriracha
1 tsp lime juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Finely chop 250 g peeled shrimp and 30 g chives; combine with 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp white pepper; mix thoroughly.
Step 2: Place 1 heaping tsp filling in the center of each of 30 gyoza wrappers; moisten edges with water and fold in half, pleating to seal tightly.
Step 3: Heat 500 ml vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 4: Fry the gyoza in batches carefully for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy; transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 5: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp ponzu sauce with 1 tsp sriracha and 1 tsp lime juice to create a spicy ponzu dipping sauce.
Step 6: Serve the hot deep-fried shrimp and chive gyoza with the spicy ponzu sauce for dipping.