Heart-Healthy Classic Pork Potstickers
Indulge in these *Heart-Healthy Classic Pork Potstickers*, a lighter twist on a beloved Asian-inspired appetizer! Crafted with lean ground pork, nutrient-packed napa cabbage, and aromatic ginger and garlic, these potstickers pack all the savory, umami-rich flavors you crave while staying mindful of your heart health. A touch of low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar enhances the filling, while versatile wonton wrappers make assembly a breeze. Seared to golden perfection and gently steamed for a tender bite, these potstickers are perfect as an appetizer or a light meal. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, they pair beautifully with a simple dipping sauce for a dish that's wholesome, satisfying, and utterly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces lean ground pork
- 1 cup napa cabbage
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 24 sheets wonton wrappers
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 0.5 cup water
Instructions
Finely chop the napa cabbage and place it in a mixing bowl. Sprinkle a pinch of salt over it, let it sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture.
Mince the green onions, ginger, and garlic, and add them to the bowl with cabbage.
Add the lean ground pork, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and cornstarch to the bowl. Mix everything until well combined.
Lay out the wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the pork filling in the center of each wrapper.
Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper over the filling to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges to seal. Make pleats along the sealed edge to secure the filling inside.
Heat the canola oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange potstickers in a single layer in the skillet, flat-side down, and cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
Carefully pour in the water, cover the skillet with a lid, and reduce heat to medium. Steam the potstickers until the wrappers become translucent and the filling is cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to evaporate any remaining water, about 1-2 minutes longer.
Transfer the potstickers to a serving plate. Serve warm with additional low-sodium soy sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.6 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 181 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 1394 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.2 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 69.8 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1291 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
