Air Fryer Gyoza
Ready in about 39 minutes.
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Japanese pork gyoza with delicate pleats and a golden, crisp crust. The air fryer delivers that pan-fried texture with almost no oil, making these dumplings a fast, moreish starter.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 20 gyoza wrappers
- 250 g minced pork
- 2 cups finely chopped cabbage
- 2 tsp grated ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 spring onions, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Spray oil
Method
- 1Mix pork, cabbage, ginger, garlic, spring onions, soy sauce and sesame oil into a paste.
- 2Spoon 1 tsp onto each wrapper, dampen the edge and pleat firmly into a crescent.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 180°C/360°F.
- 4Spray the gyoza lightly with oil and set flat-side down in a single layer.
- 5Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and golden.
- 6Ensure the filling reaches 71°C/160°F and serve with a ponzu or soy dip.
Tips for the best results
- Press out excess moisture from the cabbage to keep the wrappers crisp.
- Freeze uncooked gyoza on a tray, then bag them for quick snacks later.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer gyoza steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Trusting the clock instead of a probe - Air Fryer Gyoza is ready at 71°C / 160°F in the thickest part.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer gyoza?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 360°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
How do I know air fryer gyoza is cooked through?
Use a probe in the thickest part. Air Fryer Gyoza should reach 71°C / 160°F. Rest a few minutes before slicing so juices settle.
How many people does air fryer gyoza serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.