Follow these steps for perfect results
Tofu
firm, drained
Kosher salt
Green cabbage
cored and quartered
Mung bean sprouts
Napa cabbage kimchi
finely chopped
Ground beef
preferably sirloin
Eggs
large
Toasted sesame oil
Black pepper
freshly ground
Dumpling wrappers
gyoza wrappers
Egg white
large
Neutral cooking oil
for frying
Water
for steaming
Unseasoned rice vinegar
Soy sauce
Squeeze moisture from tofu using cheesecloth and transfer to a large bowl.
Boil cabbage in salted water until limp, then drain, rinse, chop finely, and squeeze out moisture using cheesecloth. Add to the bowl with tofu.
Boil bean sprouts in salted water until soft, then drain, rinse, chop finely, and squeeze out moisture using cheesecloth. Add to the bowl with tofu and cabbage.
Add kimchi, ground beef, eggs, sesame oil, pepper, and remaining salt to the bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.
Place 1/2 tablespoon of mixture in the center of a dumpling wrapper. Moisten edges with egg white, fold over to make a semicircle, and press down to seal.
Warm 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 10-12 dumplings and cook until browned, 2-3 minutes per side.
Lower heat to medium, add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam for 4-5 minutes, until plump and lightly browned.
Repeat the process until all dumplings are cooked.
Stir together rice vinegar and soy sauce in a small bowl for dipping sauce.
Serve the dumplings hot with the dipping sauce.
Expert advice for the best results
Make sure to squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the tofu and cabbage to prevent soggy dumplings.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the dumplings to ensure even browning.
Adjust the amount of kimchi to your preferred spice level.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and frozen
Arrange dumplings neatly on a plate, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.
Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Serve as a side dish or appetizer.
Complements the spiciness
Off-dry to balance the spice
Discover the story behind this recipe
Mandu are a popular Korean dish often enjoyed during Lunar New Year.
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