Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Vegetarian Homemade Pot Stickers, a perfect balance of crispiness and tender, savory filling. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like crumbled extra-firm tofu, napa cabbage, grated carrots, shiitake mushrooms, and aromatic ginger and garlic, these bite-sized dumplings bring vibrant textures and flavors to your table. Wrapped in delicate wonton skins and pan-seared to golden perfection before gently steamed, they deliver that iconic pot sticker quality everyone loves. These plant-based pot stickers are easy to make and ideal for a cozy appetizer, light lunch, or party platter. Serve them hot with your favorite soy-based dipping sauce to elevate the overall dining experience. Quick to prepare and incredibly satisfying, these homemade vegetarian dumplings are sure to impress!
In a large bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, napa cabbage, grated carrot, green onions, shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, and minced garlic. Mix thoroughly to combine all the filling ingredients.
Sprinkle cornstarch over the mixture and mix again until the cornstarch is evenly dispersed. This will help bind the filling together.
Take a wonton wrapper and place it on a clean, dry surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto the center of the wrapper.
Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together to seal. Pleat the edges if desired to ensure they are tightly sealed. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place pot stickers in the skillet, flat side down. Do not overcrowd; you may need to cook them in batches.
Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.
Once browned, pour 1/4 cup of water into the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Allow the pot stickers to steam for about 4-5 minutes.
Remove the lid and continue cooking until the water has evaporated and bottoms are crispy again, about 2 minutes. If necessary, add an additional tablespoon of vegetable oil for extra crispness.
Repeat the process with remaining pot stickers.
Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Calories |
1422 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2222 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 160.2 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.8 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 1946 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2174 mg | 46% | |
*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.