Potstickers (aka Dumplings, Gyozas) are now a fabulous appetizer or even a main dish if you pair with a crispy green salad full of veggies, you have a well- rounded meal – or in this case “half-moon” meal since this is the shape of these little darlings that I am particularly fond of.

Here’s the thing – when steaming the frozen potstickers that are readily available in any freezer section – yes, I know, I should be making my own, and I have. But in a pinch with last minute drop- in guests, or a quick meal to get on the table they sure come in handy – especially with the options of chicken, pork or vegetable.  When steaming in a pasta pot or bamboo steamer (not all of us have one of these either), you don’t want your stickers to stick to the bottom of the pan (though it is ironic they are called “potstickers”) anyway, line your pan with either cabbage or lettuce leaves that will steam beautifully and may add an additional flavor of freshness to your little dumpling darlings! Choose to saute them after or not. Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce! Chow down!

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