Whole30 Cheese Gyoza
Elevate your Whole30 meal plan with these flavorful and satisfying Whole30 Cheese Gyoza, a grain-free twist on the classic Japanese dumpling! Instead of traditional wrappers, tender cabbage leaves encase a savory filling of ground pork, green onions, garlic, and ginger, perfectly seasoned with coconut aminos and sesame oil. Lightly pan-seared to develop a golden, crispy base and then steamed to perfection, these gyoza bring together the best of both worlds—crispy and juicy in one bite. With no dairy, gluten, or grains, this dish is entirely Whole30-compliant, making it a perfect appetizer or main course for those following a clean-eating lifestyle. Serve these irresistible dumplings fresh from the skillet and pair with a tangy dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor.
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Ingredients
- 12 pieces Large cabbage leaves
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 4 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Avocado oil
- 0.25 cup Water
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Carefully blanch cabbage leaves in boiling water for about 1 minute to soften. Drain and set aside to cool.
Step 2
In a bowl, combine ground pork, chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, coconut aminos, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 3
On a clean surface, lay out a cabbage leaf. Place about 1.5 tablespoons of the pork mixture in the center of the leaf.
Step 4
Fold the sides of the cabbage over the filling, then roll from the stem end to form a neat parcel. Repeat this process with the remaining cabbage leaves and pork mixture.
Step 5
Heat avocado oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 6
Place the gyoza parcels seam-side down in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown.
Step 7
Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid to steam the gyoza for about 5 minutes.
Step 8
Remove the lid and allow any remaining water to evaporate. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms again.
Step 9
Remove the gyoza from the skillet and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1020.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1863.2 |
| Total Fat 136.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 408.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2079.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 34.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.9g | |
| Protein 122.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 345.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 894.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories