Thanksgiving Turkey Pot Stickers (Print View)
Tender dumplings filled with turkey, stuffing, and cranberries offer a fusion twist on holiday flavors.
# Components:
→ Filling
01 - 1 cup cooked turkey, finely chopped
02 - 1/2 cup stuffing, crumbled
03 - 2 tablespoons cranberry sauce
04 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
06 - 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 large egg, lightly beaten
→ Assembly
10 - 24 round dumpling wrappers (gyoza wrappers)
11 - Small bowl of water for sealing
→ Cooking
12 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
13 - 1/3 cup chicken or turkey broth
→ Dipping Sauce
14 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
15 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon honey
17 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
18 - 1 teaspoon finely chopped chives (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine chopped turkey, crumbled stuffing, cranberry sauce, green onions, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, ground black pepper, and beaten egg in a large bowl. Mix until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
02 - Place one dumpling wrapper on a clean, flat surface. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the filling into the center.
03 - Moisten the edge of the wrapper with water. Fold the wrapper in half and press the edges firmly to seal, creating pleats as desired for texture.
04 - Continue filling and sealing the remaining wrappers until all filling is used.
05 - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange half of the dumplings in a single layer, flat side down.
06 - Cook for 2 minutes until the bottoms turn golden brown.
07 - Carefully pour in half of the broth, cover the pan immediately, and steam for 4 to 5 minutes or until the wrappers become tender and the liquid is absorbed.
08 - Remove the lid and cook for 1 additional minute to crisp the bottoms. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining oil, pot stickers, and broth.
09 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, and chives if desired.
10 - Serve the pot stickers hot with the prepared dipping sauce.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Brings together favorite Thanksgiving flavors in one bite
- Perfect for using up holiday leftovers
02 -
- These pot stickers freeze well before cooking; just arrange on a tray and freeze until firm, then transfer to a container.
- Wrappers can dry out quickly; keep unused ones covered with a clean cloth or plastic wrap while assembling.
03 -
- Keep a small bowl of water nearby for easy sealing when assembling pot stickers.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure crisp, evenly cooked pot stickers.