Introduction

This Potsticker Stir Fry is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines crispy potstickers with fresh, colorful vegetables all tossed in a flavorful sauce. It’s a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.

The image shows a close-up of several golden-brown fried dumplings, each with a slightly crispy and glossy texture from the sauce. They are mixed with bright green broccoli florets, tender green beans, thin slices of vibrant orange carrots, and soft brown mushrooms, all coated in a shiny, thick brown sauce. The vegetables are evenly spread around and between the dumplings, creating a colorful and fresh contrast to the dumplings' warm tones. The dish appears to be in a pan with a white marbled textured surface visible underneath parts of the food. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

10–12 frozen potstickers or gyoza (do not thaw)
¼ cup water
4–5 white button mushrooms, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
20 green beans, sliced into thirds
1 large carrot, sliced thin on a bias
¼ cup small diced onion
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Sesame seeds for garnish
Green onions for garnish

¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar or honey
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together cold water and cornstarch to form a slurry. Add soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, sugar or honey, and grated ginger. Mix well and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare the vegetables by slicing the carrot thinly on a bias, slicing the mushrooms, cutting the green beans into thirds, breaking the broccoli into small florets, and dicing the onion.
Step 3: Heat olive oil and sesame oil together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place frozen potstickers in a single layer and fry until the bottoms are golden brown, about 3–4 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for another 3–4 minutes. Remove potstickers and set aside.
Step 4: In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add sliced mushrooms and diced onion, cooking until mushrooms are browned, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 5: Add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to the skillet. Cook broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside.
Step 6: Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Cook the green beans and carrots for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender. Return the cooked broccoli, mushrooms, and onions to the skillet and stir to combine.
Step 7: Return potstickers to the skillet and pour the prepared sauce over the mixture. Stir gently to coat everything evenly. Cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Step 8: Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot with rice.

Tips & Variations

For added protein, toss in cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu along with the vegetables.
Adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the sauce by varying the amount of sugar or vinegar to your taste.
Use fresh potstickers if you prefer, but adjust cooking time accordingly to avoid overcooking.
Try adding other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra crunch and color.

Storage

Store leftover stir fry in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium heat or microwave until warmed through. To maintain crispness, avoid overcooking during reheating.

How to Serve

A close-up top view of a black cooking pan with a white handle filled with pan-fried dumplings, each golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges, mixed with bright green snow peas, green edamame beans, thin orange carrot sticks, thin white bean sprouts, and round white rice cakes, all coated in a glossy brown sauce with visible black pepper flakes. The pan sits on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh potstickers instead of frozen?

Yes, fresh potstickers work well but cook them carefully to avoid overcooking. Fry them until golden and adjust steaming time as needed based on the package or your experience.

Is this dish gluten-free?

This dish contains soy sauce, which typically includes gluten unless you choose a gluten-free variety. To make it gluten-free, use tamari or another gluten-free soy sauce alternative.