Crispy-bottomed dumplings filled with juicy chicken, cabbage, garlic, and ginger — pan-fried to golden perfection and gently steamed for a tender bite.
1 lb ground chicken
1½ cups finely chopped napa cabbage
2 scallions, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Pinch of white pepper
30 round dumpling wrappers
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup water (for steaming)
Mix ground chicken, cabbage, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper in a bowl until sticky.
Place 1 tablespoon filling in each dumpling wrapper. Moisten edges with water and fold into half-moon or pleated shape.
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high. Arrange dumplings flat-side down and fry 2–3 minutes until golden.
Add water to pan and cover. Steam for 5–6 minutes.
Remove lid and cook another 1–2 minutes to crisp again. Serve hot with dipping sauce.