I enjoy having these potstickers as a late-night snack. They also work well as a quick appetizer for family parties. —Carolyn Turner, Reno, Nevada

Pot Sticker Recipe Tips

What is the difference between pot stickers and dumplings?

A dumpling is a thin dough filled with meat and/or vegetables. Pot stickers are a type of dumpling that are pan-fried to give them a crisp, golden outside. Pot stickers are traditionally a Chinese dish, and Japanese gyoza are similar.

What is the best way to cook pot stickers?

As this recipe calls for, pot stickers are traditionally cooked in a small amount of oil over medium heat until the bottoms begin to brown. Then you add a small amount of water and cook them, covered, for several minutes until they are cooked through. Finally, remove the lid and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until all the water is absorbed.

What do you eat with pot stickers?

Dip pot stickers in a mix of soy sauce and rice vinegar (and feel free to add some garlic, ginger or green onion), or try them with our Sweet-Hot Asian Dipping sauce. You can eat pot stickers as a snack or appetizer, or pair them with rice and vegetables to make a meal.

Research contributed by Catherine Ward, Taste of Home Prep Kitchen Manager
Editor's Note: Wonton wrappers may be substituted for pot sticker and gyoza wrappers. Stack two or three wonton wrappers on a work surface; cut into circles with a 3-1/2-in. biscuit or round cookie cutter. Fill and cook as directed.