Soulful Gyoza

Ingredients

While the original Japanese gyoza is typically pan-fried and filled with a mixture of ground pork, cabbage, and garlic, our Soulful Gyoza incorporates elements of soul food. We enhance the filling with a combination of seasoned ground beef, collard greens, and onions, giving it a Southern twist. Additionally, we serve the gyoza with a tangy and spicy dipping sauce inspired by Southern flavors. We alse have the original recipe for Gyoza, so you can check it out.

• 1 pound (450g) ground beef 1 pound (450g) ground beef
• 2 cups (300g) finely chopped collard greens 2 cups (300g) finely chopped collard greens
• 1/2 cup (75g) finely chopped onion 1/2 cup (75g) finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 package gyoza wrappers (approximately 40 wrappers) 1 package gyoza wrappers (approximately 40 wrappers)
• Vegetable oil, for frying Vegetable oil, for frying

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 18g (7g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 16g (2g sugars)
• Protein: 24g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, collard greens, onion, garlic, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. 2.
   Take a gyoza wrapper and place a spoonful of the filling in the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and fold it in half, creating a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges to seal the gyoza. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
3. 3.
   Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the gyoza in the skillet, flat side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
4. 4.
   Pour 1/4 cup (60ml) of water into the skillet and cover with a lid. Steam the gyoza for 5-6 minutes until the filling is cooked through and the wrappers are tender.
5. 5.
   Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms of the gyoza.
6. 6.
   Serve the Soulful Gyoza hot with a side of tangy and spicy dipping sauce.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground beef — Choose lean ground beef for a healthier option.
• Collard greens — Make sure to remove the tough stems before chopping.
• Gyoza wrappers — Keep the wrappers covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out while assembling the gyoza.

Tips & Tricks

• For a crispier texture, you can pan-fry the gyoza for a few extra minutes after steaming.
• Experiment with different dipping sauces like a blend of soy sauce, vinegar, and hot sauce for an extra kick.
• Serve the Soulful Gyoza as an appetizer or alongside a bowl of comforting Southern-style grits.

Serving advice

Serve the Soulful Gyoza as an appetizer or as part of a larger meal. Arrange the gyoza on a platter and drizzle the tangy and spicy dipping sauce over them. Garnish with chopped green onions for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Soulful Gyoza in a circular pattern on a serving platter, with the dipping sauce in the center. Sprinkle some sesame seeds and chopped cilantro over the gyoza for an added visual appeal.