Korean Mandu (Dumplings)

Ingredients

Ground pork

1/2 pound

Ground beef

1/2 pound

Shiitake mushrooms

1 cup, finely chopped

Green onions

1/2 cup, finely chopped

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Ginger

1 tablespoon, minced

Soy sauce

2 tablespoons

Sesame oil

1 tablespoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Wonton wrappers

1 package (about 50 wrappers)

Vegetable oil

2 tablespoons

Water

1/4 cup (for steaming)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, ground beef, finely chopped shiitake mushrooms, green onions, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
2. Take a wonton wrapper and place a small spoonful of the filling in the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the wrapper in half to form a triangle and press the edges firmly to seal. Ensure there are no air bubbles inside.
3. Repeat the filling and sealing process with the remaining wonton wrappers and filling.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the mandu in a single layer, making sure they do not touch each other.
5. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown.
6. Carefully add the water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and let steam for an additional 5 minutes, or until the mandu are cooked through and the water has evaporated.
7. Serve hot with a dipping sauce of your choice.