High Protein Vegetarian Gyoza

Elevate your plant-based culinary repertoire with these High Protein Vegetarian Gyoza, a flavorful twist on traditional Japanese dumplings. Packed with a nutrient-rich filling of crumbled tofu, shelled edamame, and umami-rich shiitake mushrooms, these gyoza are not only delicious but also protein-packed, making them an ideal choice for vegetarians seeking satisfying meal options. Infused with aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, every bite bursts with flavor, wrapped in golden, pan-seared dumpling wrappers that are crisp on the bottom and tender on top. These gyoza are easy to prepare, require just 30 minutes of prep time, and pair beautifully with a tangy soy-vinegar dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, main course, or a crowd-pleasing addition to your next dinner party, they strike the perfect balance between health-conscious and indulgent. Whether you’re meal-prepping or hosting, these homemade vegetarian dumplings are a must-try savory snack!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 100 grams Shelled edamame
• 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms
• 1 medium (grated) Carrot
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 1 thumbnail-sized piece (grated) Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 finely chopped Green onions
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 35 pieces (ensure vegetarian) Gyoza wrappers
• 2 tablespoons (for cooking) Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup (for steaming) Water

Directions

Step 1

Press the firm tofu for 10-15 minutes to remove excess water, then crumble it finely with your hands or a fork.

Step 2

Cook the shelled edamame in boiling water for about 5 minutes. Drain and roughly chop.

Step 3

Finely chop the shiitake mushrooms. Grate the carrot, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, edamame, mushrooms, grated carrot, garlic, and ginger. Stir well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 5

Add soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until the filling is fully combined and seasoned. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 6

Lay a gyoza wrapper on a clean surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center. Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water, fold it in half to form a crescent, and press to seal. Pleat the edges for a traditional gyoza look. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 7

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the vegetable oil. Place the gyoza flat-side down in the skillet and cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Once browned, add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Steam for 5 minutes to cook the filling through.

Step 9

Remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms of the gyoza again.

Step 10

Serve warm with soy sauce, a vinegar-soy dipping sauce, or your preferred gyoza dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	816.1 grams (816.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1259

Total Fat 60.00g	77%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3302mg	144%
Total Carbohydrate 138.90g	51%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 10.10g
Protein 57.30g	115%

Vitamin D 18IU	90%
Calcium 485mg	37%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 1514mg	32%

*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: 40.8%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 41.9%