Fried dumpling is a traditional snack spread in northern China, which originated in Shanxi Province. According to legend, in the Qing Dynasty, a Shanxi chef wrapped leftover dumpling stuffing in pancakes to make his fried rice more delicious. After frying, the fried dumpling was born. Later, pot stickers gradually spread to other areas and became a popular food.

Materials for making pot stickers

The main materials for making pot stickers are flour, pork stuffing, leek, ginger, onion, salt, chicken essence, cooking wine, soy sauce, soy sauce and sesame oil.

Making steps of pot stickers

1. Flour mixing: mix flour and water, knead the dough, knead the dough for 15-20 minutes, and then roll it into thin skin.

2. Making stuffing: Put the pork stuffing into a bowl, add chopped leek, Jiang Mo, onion, salt, chicken essence, cooking wine, soy sauce, soy sauce and sesame oil, and stir well.

3. Filling: Put the filling in the center of the dough, then fold the dough in half and pinch the edge by hand so that the filling will not leak out.

4. Fried pot stickers: Heat the pot, pour a proper amount of oil, put the pot stickers into the pot after the oil is hot, fry them on low fire until the bottom of the pot is golden yellow, then add a proper amount of water, cover the pot, and cook for 3-5 minutes on medium fire until the water evaporates and the bottom of the pot stickers becomes brittle.

5. Out of the pot: fry the pot stickers until both sides are golden, and then out of the pot.

Edible method of fried dumpling

Pot stickers can be eaten in a variety of ways, such as dipping in soy sauce, Chili oil, sesame sauce, etc., or directly. Pot stickers are crispy and delicious, crispy outside and tender inside, and the stuffing is delicious. It is a delicious traditional snack.

final result

Pot stickers are one of the traditional delicacies in China, which are simple to make and unique in flavor. Whether you make it yourself at home or taste it in a restaurant, it is a wonderful enjoyment. If you haven't tasted pot stickers, you might as well try and experience this delicious traditional snack.