Pork Pot Stickers

If you thought pot stickers were hard to make, think again. Simply mix, spoon out, pinch and fry.

1 lb (.45kg) ground pork

1/4 cup chopped scallions

1/4 cup chopped parsley

2 eggs

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 tbsp freshly grated ginger

1 tbsp hoisin

1 tsp chili oil

1 tsp sesame oil

1 tsp salt

1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

1 pkg won ton wrappers (about 35 wrappers)

Place all the ingredients (except for the won ton wrappers) in a large bowl, and mix until combined. Next, place a won ton wrapper in the palm of one hand, and brush a little water around the edge of the wrapper (this will be the “glue” for sealing it). Place a tablespoon of filling in the centre of the wrapper, and fold the wrapper over the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Pinch the pot sticker closed with your thumb and forefinger (no need for pleats and fancy crimping). Repeat the process until all the filling and wrappers are used.

Pan-fry the pot stickers in a little vegetable oil over medium-high heat until cooked and golden (3 to 4 minutes per side). Serve while hot with your favourite dipping sauce.