Succulent pork, flavored with savory soy sauce, spring onions, and sesame oil, encased in delicate dumpling wrappers, pan seared for a golden brown and crisp bottom. These dumplings are perfect for a delightful appetizer or a heart-warming meal.
Begin by combining the store-bought coleslaw mix and kosher salt in a large mixing bowl. Leave it aside for 10 minutes to release the water from the cabbage.
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Squeeze out the water from the coleslaw mix firmly, removing as much water as possible. Transfer it to a separate mixing bowl.
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To this bowl, add the ground pork, thinly sliced scallions, minced cilantro, soy sauce, ginger paste, sesame oil, and whisked eggs.
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Using your hands, mix everything together until fully combined.
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Clear out a large space on your countertop. Place the dumpling wrappers and the bowl of filling near your working space.
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Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto the center of each dumpling wrapper.
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Moisten the edges of the dumpling wraper with water. Fold the wrapper in half, press the top closed and make a tiny pleat on either side, sealing it firmly. Continue this process until you've used up all the filling and wrappers.
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You may choose to cook the dumplings immediately or freeze them for later. If freezing, place them on a tray, freeze until solid and then transfer to a freezer safe bag.
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To cook, heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the dumplings, making sure they do not touch each other.
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Pan sear till the bottoms turn golden brown, then add 3 tablespoons of water to the pan, immediately cover the pan and reduce the heat to low. Steam for about 5 minutes if fresh, or up to 8 minutes if frozen.
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The dumplings are ready when the wrappers are translucent and the filling is thoroughly cooked.
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Serve hot with soy sauce or desired dipping sauce on the side.