Gyoza Dumpling Lettuce Wraps

Ingredients

Water

1/2 cup

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Fresh ginger, minced

1 tablespoon

Garlic, minced

2 cloves

Green onions, sliced

2, for garnish

Sesame oil

1 tablespoon

Rice vinegar

1 tablespoon

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Lettuce leaves (such as butter or romaine)

8-10 large leaves

Gyoza dumplings (store-bought or homemade)

12-15

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create a flavorful dipping sauce. Set aside.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Ensure the oil is hot but not smoking.
3. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let them burn.
4. Gently place the gyoza dumplings in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the bottoms to turn golden brown.
5. Pour in the water and immediately cover the skillet with a lid. Let the dumplings steam for 5 minutes, which will cook the filling thoroughly.
6. After 5 minutes, remove the lid and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the water has evaporated and the dumplings have a crispy exterior.
7. While the dumplings are cooking, prepare a serving platter with the lettuce leaves.
8. Once cooked, carefully transfer the gyoza dumplings to the center of each lettuce leaf.
9. Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the dumplings for added flavor and garnish.
10. Serve the Gyoza Dumpling Lettuce Wraps with the prepared dipping sauce on the side for an extra kick.
11. Enjoy your fresh and delicious wraps!