Korean Mandu Dumplings with Soy Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 3 cup warm water
• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup ground pork
• 1 cup cabbage, finely chopped
• 1 cup green onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon green onion, finely sliced
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted

Method

1. 01
   In a bowl, mix sifted flour and salt. Gradually add warm water, mixing until a dough forms.
2. 02
   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. 03
   In a separate bowl, combine ground pork, cabbage, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. 04
   Roll out the dough thinly and cut into 3-inch circles using a cookie cutter or glass.
5. 05
   Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold over and pleat the edges to seal.
6. 06
   Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add dumplings and cook until the bottoms are golden brown.
7. 07
   Add 1/4 cup of water to the pan and cover. Steam for about 5 minutes until water evaporates.
8. 08
   In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, green onion, and sesame seeds for the dipping sauce.
9. 09
   Serve the dumplings hot with the soy dipping sauce on the side.