Butternut Squash Pot Stickers

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Butternut Squash Pot Stickers—crispy, golden dumplings with a savory-sweet filling that's perfect for any occasion. Roasted butternut squash serves as the star ingredient, enhanced by aromatic garlic, scallions, and a hint of soy sauce and sesame oil for an umami-packed bite. Wrapped in tender wonton wrappers and cooked to perfection with a sizzling pan-fry and steam technique, these pot stickers boast a texture that’s both crispy and delicate. Easy to assemble and ready in under an hour, they’re ideal as an appetizer, snack, or even a light vegetarian dinner. Pair them with a tangy dipping sauce for a flavor-packed experience that will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (cubed) Butternut squash
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 units Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 units Scallions (thinly sliced)
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 30 units Wonton wrappers
• 1 small bowl Water (for sealing wrappers)
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 0.25 cups Water (for steaming)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Spread the butternut squash cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Roast the squash in the oven for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized. Let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Transfer the roasted squash to a mixing bowl and mash until smooth. Stir in minced garlic, scallions, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until the filling is well combined.

Step 5

Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean, flat surface. Place 1 teaspoon of the squash filling in the center of the wrapper.

Step 6

Dip your finger into the bowl of water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to create a semicircle, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Optionally, pleat the edges for a decorative finish.

Step 7

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 8

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 9

Place the pot stickers in the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. Fry for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 10

Pour 1/4 cup of water into the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Reduce the heat to medium and steam the pot stickers for 4-5 minutes until the water evaporates and the wrappers are tender.

Step 11

Remove the lid and let the pot stickers cook for an additional 1 minute to crisp up the bottoms again.

Step 12

Repeat the frying and steaming process with the remaining pot stickers, adding more oil and water as needed.

Step 13

Serve the pot stickers warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or a sesame-vinegar blend.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1127.8 grams (1127.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1292

Total Fat 64.30g	82%
Saturated Fat 9.60g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.60g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2703mg	118%
Total Carbohydrate 160.40g	58%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 10.80g
Protein 28.70g	57%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 311mg	24%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 1639mg	35%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.3%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 48.1%