These pan-fried mandu, also known as momo or dumplings, are the perfect meal for lunch during cold weather. Enjoy making them with family this Christmas!

Ingredients
For the Stuffing
- kimchi (finely chopped, excess water removed)1/4cup
- pcs button mushrooms (minced, excess water removed)10
- soy sauce1/2tbsp
- small red onion (finely chopped)1
- stalk green onion (finely chopped)1
- garlic (minced)1clove
- salt (to taste)
For the Wrapper
- all-purpose flour1cup
- salt1tsp
- warm water1/2cup
For Frying
- vegetable oil2tbsp
- corn flour1/2tbsp
- water100mL
For Dipping Sauce
- ssamjang paste1tsp
- soy sauce1/2tsp
- ketchup1tsp
- sesame oil1tbsp
- sesame seeds1tsp
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
152.5kcal (7.63%)
Protein
3.6g (7.26%)
Carbs
15.9g (5.77%)
Sugars
1.4g (2.76%)
Healthy Fat
6.5g
Unhealthy Fat
1.4g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
How to make Kimchi Mandu
For the Stuffing
- Step 1
Sauté the onions and mushrooms in vegetable oil.
- Step 2
Mix all the stuffing ingredients together until well combined.
For the Wrapper
- Step 1
Form a dough with all the wrapper ingredients and knead well.
- Step 2
Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- Step 3
Roll out the dough thinly and cut out circles.
Assembling and Cooking
- Step 1
Place the stuffing in the wrappers and shape them as desired.
- Step 2
Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan and fry the mandu until the bottom is golden brown.
- Step 3
Add corn flour and water over the mandu once the bottom is golden brown and steam for 6-7 minutes.
For the Sauce
- Step 1
Mix all the dipping sauce ingredients together until well combined.
- Step 2
Serve the sauce with the mandu.
Nutrition (per serving)
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
152.5kcal (7.63%)
Protein
3.6g (7.26%)
Carbs
15.9g (5.77%)
Sugars
1.4g (2.76%)
Healthy Fat
6.5g
Unhealthy Fat
1.4g
% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet
Tips & Tricks
Fold the dumplings with family members for a fun and enjoyable experience.
Feel free to add any vegetables of your choice to the stuffing.
FAQS
Can I use store-bought wrappers?
Yes, you can use store-bought dumpling wrappers to save time.
How can I make these dumplings vegetarian?
You can make them vegetarian by omitting any meat and using only vegetables in the stuffing.
Can I freeze the mandu?
Yes, you can freeze the uncooked mandu and cook them directly from frozen.
What can I serve with mandu?
Mandu can be served with a variety of dipping sauces or as a side dish with rice.
How do I know when the mandu are cooked?
The mandu are cooked when the wrappers are translucent and the filling is hot.
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