Pot stickers, also known as dumplings or gyoza, are a popular Asian dish widely enjoyed by food enthusiasts across the globe. Frying these delicious morsels is an excellent way to unleash their flavors, crispy exterior, and tender filling. To help you master the art of frying pot stickers, here’s our step-by-step guide.

1. Gather your ingredients: You’ll need pot stickers (store-bought or homemade), cooking oil (vegetable, canola or sesame oil), water, and a dipping sauce of your choice. Optional ingredients include green onions and sesame seeds for garnishing.

2. Prepare the frying pan: Use a large non-stick skillet with a lid. Ensure it’s big enough to accommodate your pot stickers without overcrowding.

3. Heat the pan: Add about two tablespoons of oil to the pan and heat over medium heat until it’s shimmering but not smoking.

4. Place the pot stickers: Carefully arrange the pot stickers in one layer in the hot pan with the flat side down. Be cautious as the hot oil may splatter – using tongs or a spatula can help you place them safely.

5. Crisp up the bottoms: Cook without moving them for about 2-3 minutes or until they form a nice golden brown crust on the bottom.

6. Add water: Slowly pour in 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water, covering around 1/3 of the height of the pot stickers, then quickly cover with a lid to create steam. Be careful as there will be some sizzling when adding water to hot oil.

7. Steam-fry: Continue to cook over medium heat for another 5-8 minutes or until most of the water has evaporated and you hear crackling sounds indicating that steam has ceased.

8. Remove the lid carefully: Steam may have condensed on the lid, so ensure you tilt it away from you to avoid potential burns.

9. Crisp up again: Without replacing the lid, cook the pot stickers for another 1-2 minutes or until water is completely gone and the bottoms are extra crispy.

10. Serve and enjoy: Use a spatula to gently remove your golden brown, crispy pot stickers from the pan. Arrange them on a plate and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow guide on how to fry pot stickers perfectly every time. Enjoy this delicious Asian treat and watch the compliments roll in!