Vegan Japanese Gyoza

Delight in the authentic flavors of Japan with this irresistible Vegan Japanese Gyoza recipe, perfect for plant-based eaters and dumpling enthusiasts alike! These crispy-on-the-bottom, tender-on-the-top dumplings are packed with a savory filling of finely shredded cabbage, grated carrot, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and protein-rich crumbled tofu, all seasoned with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil for a perfectly balanced bite. Wrapped in vegan gyoza wrappers and cooked to golden perfection, these gyoza are steamed and pan-fried to achieve the ultimate texture contrast. Ready in just 45 minutes, they make an impressive appetizer, snack, or even a light main dish. Serve them with soy sauce, rice vinegar, or spicy chili oil for an unforgettable dipping experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or craving homemade Japanese cuisine, these vegan gyoza will quickly become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 30 pieces Vegan gyoza wrappers
• 1 cup, finely shredded Cabbage
• 0.5 cup, finely grated Carrot
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped Shiitake mushrooms
• 100 grams, drained and crumbled Firm tofu
• 3 stalks, finely chopped Green onions
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 tablespoon, grated Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, chopped shiitake mushrooms, crumbled tofu, and finely chopped green onions.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to the vegetable mixture. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3

Place a gyoza wrapper in the palm of your hand. Spoon about one teaspoon of the vegetable filling into the center of the wrapper.

Step 4

Wet the edges of the wrapper with a small amount of water. Fold the wrapper over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal. Use pleating technique along the edges for a traditional gyoza look.

Step 5

Repeat the filling and folding process with the remaining wrappers.

Step 6

In a non-stick skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the gyoza in a single layer, pleated side up. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 7

Once browned, carefully add 1/2 cup of water to the pan and cover immediately. Steam the gyoza for an additional 5-6 minutes or until the water has evaporated.

Step 8

Remove the lid and let the gyoza cook for another minute to ensure they are crispy on the bottom again.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked gyoza to a serving plate and serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, rice vinegar, or chili oil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1134.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1731.2

Total Fat 60.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3913.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 262.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 6.3IU	0%
Calcium 329.7mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1124.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 58.9%