Description
This Potsticker Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weekday meal combining crispy pan-fried frozen potstickers with a colorful medley of sautéed vegetables in a tangy, slightly sweet soy-ginger sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it pairs perfectly with steamed rice for a satisfying dinner bursting with texture and umami.
Ingredients
Potstickers and Sauce
- 10-12 frozen potstickers or gyoza (do not thaw)
- ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar or honey
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp cold water
Vegetables
- 5-6 sliced white button mushrooms
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 20 green beans, sliced in thirds on a bias
- 1 large carrot, sliced thin on a bias
- ¼ cup diced onion
Oils and Garnishes
- Sesame oil (for cooking)
- Extra virgin olive oil (for cooking)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Sliced green onion (for garnish)
- ¼ cup water (for steaming potstickers)
Instructions
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, combine reduced-sodium soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sugar or honey, grated fresh ginger, cornstarch, and cold water. Mix well until smooth and set aside.
- Prepare Vegetables: Slice the carrot thinly on a bias, slice mushrooms, cut broccoli into small florets, and slice green beans into thirds on a bias. Dice the onion.
- Cook Potstickers: Heat a mix of olive oil and sesame oil in a stovetop skillet over medium heat. Add frozen potstickers without thawing. Fry until the bottoms turn golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
- Steam Potstickers: Add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet with potstickers, cover immediately, and let steam for 3-4 minutes. Gently stir the dumplings and continue cooking uncovered until water evaporates and potstickers are fully cooked.
- Set Potstickers Aside: Remove potstickers from the skillet and place them on a plate for later use.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Onions: Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the now-empty skillet. Sauté sliced mushrooms and diced onions over medium heat until browned and caramelized. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Broccoli: Add a teaspoon of sesame oil to the skillet, then add broccoli florets. Cook for 3-4 minutes until tender but still crisp. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Green Beans and Carrots: Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Add sliced green beans and carrots, cooking for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are cooked through but retain some crunch.
- Combine Vegetables: Return the cooked broccoli, mushrooms, and onions to the skillet with the green beans and carrots. Stir well to combine all vegetables.
- Add Potstickers and Sauce: Add the cooked potstickers back into the skillet with the vegetable mixture. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir gently as the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients evenly.
- Serve: Transfer the stir fry to a serving dish. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice.
Notes
- Do not thaw potstickers before cooking; frying and steaming from frozen achieve the best texture.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking during frying.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or honey in the sauce to your taste preference.
- You can substitute the vegetables with your favorites or seasonal produce.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy texture of the potstickers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian