Andy Fried Dumplings (Pot Stickers)

• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 teaspoons ginger, grated
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped
• salt & pepper
• 1 pinch sugar
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon chilli garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 250 g ground pork
• round dumpling wrappers
• 1 egg, beaten and mixed with
• 1 tablespoon water
• 2 tablespoons peanut oil

1. Combine first 9 ingredients (garlic down to minced pork) and cover and refridgerate for an hour or so - this mixture can me made the day before.
2. Make the dumplings: work with about 4 at a time, place a spoonful of filling in the middle of the dumpling and brush around the wrapper with a little egg mixture.
3. Bring the edges together to seal them, making small folds in the joined side to form a half moon shape.
4. Place dumplings on a plate covered with plastic wrap while you make the rest of the dumplings - this ensures they won't dry out.
5. Cook the dumplings: bring a large pot of water to the boil and cook the dumplings in two or three batches for around 4 minutes.
6. Drain.
7. Heat oil in batches in a non stick pan and fry the dumplings for a few minutes til one side is golden and crisp.
8. Keep in warm oven while making the rest of the dumplings.
9. Serve with your choice of sauces and enjoy!

garlic, ginger, spring onions, salt, sugar, oyster sauce, chilli garlic, sesame oil, ground pork, dumpling wrappers, egg, water, peanut oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/andy-fried-dumplings-pot-stickers-153509 (may not work)