Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
14 ounce

Tofu

firm, drained

3.5 tsp

Kosher salt

1 head

Green cabbage

cored and quartered

0.5 pound

Mung bean sprouts

2 cup

Napa cabbage kimchi

finely chopped

0.5 pound

Ground beef

preferably sirloin

2 unit

Eggs

large

2 tbsp

Toasted sesame oil

1 pinch

Black pepper

freshly ground

1 unit

Dumpling wrappers

gyoza wrappers

1 unit

Egg white

large

2 tbsp

Neutral cooking oil

for frying

0.25 cup

Water

for steaming

1 tbsp

Unseasoned rice vinegar

2 tbsp

Soy sauce

Step 1
~5 min

Squeeze moisture from tofu using cheesecloth and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2
~5 min

Boil cabbage in salted water until limp, then drain, rinse, chop finely, and squeeze out moisture using cheesecloth. Add to the bowl with tofu.

Step 3
~5 min

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.

Step 4
~5 min

Add kimchi, ground beef, eggs, sesame oil, pepper, and remaining salt to the bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Step 5
~5 min

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.

Step 6
~5 min

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.

Step 7
~5 min

Lower heat to medium, add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam for 4-5 minutes, until plump and lightly browned.

Step 8
~5 min

Repeat the process until all dumplings are cooked.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir together rice vinegar and soy sauce in a small bowl for dipping sauce.

Step 10
~5 min

Serve the dumplings hot with the dipping sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and frozen

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with dipping sauce.

Serve as a side dish or appetizer.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Korean BBQ
Spicy Ramen
Bibimbap

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Korea

Cultural Significance

Mandu are a popular Korean dish often enjoyed during Lunar New Year.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Appetizer
Family meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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