Gyoza Dumplings with Pork and Napa Cabbage Filling
Pan-fried Japanese dumplings filled with seasoned ground pork and finely chopped napa cabbage, served with a tangy soy-vinegar dipping sauce. This japanese ready in about 45 minutes pairs ground pork, napa cabbage, green onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz ground pork
- 1 cup, finely chopped napa cabbage
- 3, finely chopped green onions
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 1-inch piece, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sake
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 30 pieces gyoza wrappers
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup water
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (for dipping)
- 1 tsp (optional) chili oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 12 oz ground pork, 1 cup finely chopped napa cabbage, 3 finely chopped green onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1-inch grated ginger. Add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp sake, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp white pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined and sticky.
- Step 2: Place 1 gyoza wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tbsp of filling into the center of the wrapper. Moisten the edges with water, fold the wrapper in half, and pleat the edges to seal tightly. Repeat for all wrappers.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange gyoza in the skillet flat side down, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
- Step 4: Carefully pour 1/3 cup water into the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Steam the dumplings for 5-6 minutes until the water evaporates and the filling is cooked through.
- Step 5: Remove the lid and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to crisp the bottoms again.
- Step 6: For dipping sauce, mix 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp chili oil (optional) in a small bowl.
- Step 7: Serve hot gyoza with dipping sauce on the side.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Gyoza Dumplings with Pork and Napa Cabbage Filling take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (30 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Gyoza Dumplings with Pork and Napa Cabbage Filling?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Gyoza Dumplings with Pork and Napa Cabbage Filling?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Gyoza Dumplings with Pork and Napa Cabbage Filling for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Gyoza Dumplings with Pork and Napa Cabbage Filling?
Japanese japanese like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
