Fried Korean Dumplings (Yaki Mandu) Recipe
These Fried Korean Dumplings, also known as Yaki Mandu, feature a flavorful filling of minced cabbage, onions, carrots, green onions, and seasoned ground pork, all encased in crispy fried wonton wrappers. Stir-fried vegetables and browned pork meld beautifully before being wrapped and deep-fried to golden perfection, offering a crunchy exterior with a juicy, savory interior. Perfect as an appetizer or party snack, these dumplings can be enjoyed with or without a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 dumplings (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cabbage head, minced (about 2 cups)
- 1 large yellow onion, minced (about 1 cup)
- ½ cup carrots, minced
- 5 green onions, minced (about 1 cup)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Meat and Seasonings
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp Dasida beef flavor soup powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp soy sauce
Wrapper and Oil
- 1 package (12oz) Won Ton Wraps
- 5 tsp avocado oil
Optional
- 4 servings of Dumpling Dipping Sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Stir-fry Cabbage: Heat about 1 tsp of avocado oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced cabbage and stir-fry for approximately 2 minutes until slightly softened. Remove the cabbage from the pan into a large bowl and set aside.
- Stir-fry Onion: Add another teaspoon of oil to the same pan. Add minced onion and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until softened. Transfer to the bowl with cabbage.
- Stir-fry Carrots: Add another teaspoon of oil to the pan. Stir-fry minced carrots for about 3 minutes until tender. Add to the bowl with previous vegetables.
- Stir-fry Green Onions: Again, add a teaspoon of oil. Stir-fry minced green onions for 1-2 minutes. Combine with other vegetables in the bowl.
- Cook Ground Pork: Add a teaspoon of oil to the pan. Cook the ground pork over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until fully browned and cooked through. Add to the bowl with vegetables.
- Mix Filling: Add salt, Dasida beef flavor soup powder, ground black pepper, minced garlic, and soy sauce to the meat and vegetable mixture. Mix thoroughly, preferably by hand, to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare Dumplings: Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of a wonton wrapper. Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges on one half of the wrapper. Fold wrapper into a triangle, sealing edges firmly by pressing together. Gently press to release any air pockets and reseal edges to prevent bursting during frying.
- Heat Oil for Frying: Preheat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry Dumplings: Carefully place dumplings in hot oil in batches, frying for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy: Continue frying remaining dumplings. Serve immediately with optional dipping sauce or enjoy as is.
Notes
- Ensure all vegetables are minced finely for even cooking and better texture.
- Releasing air pockets in the dumplings before frying helps prevent splattering and exploding dumplings.
- You can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or turkey if preferred.
- Dumplings are best enjoyed fresh and crispy right after frying.
- Store leftover cooked dumplings wrapped in paper towels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in an air fryer or skillet to maintain crispiness.
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