Homemade Potstickers are easier to make than you may think! Stuffed with a customizable vegetable filling and then steamed or pan-fried to perfection, these potstickers are better tasting than your favorite restaurant and make eating vegetables fun and tasty!
![Vegetable Potstickers Potsticker on Wooden Chopsticks being dipped into sweet chili sauce.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Potstickers.jpg)
Vegetable potstickers are one of my all-time favorite appetizers. But just like Vegetable Egg Rolls and Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps, I prefer to homemade potstickers over ordering take-out any day!
Reasons to Make Homemade Potstickers
- Quality Control. When it comes to take-out, most options are loaded with sodium, fat, and sometimes have added MSG or hydrogenated Oils. When you make potstickers at home, you can control what is added, yet give up zero flavor.
- Fun Cooking Activity. While a bit time consuming, the process of making potstickers is actually quite easy. It also happens to be the perfect way to get kids involved in the kitchen and tempt them to eat their veggies!
- Versatile. Whether pan-fried or steamed, vegetable potstickers are incredibly delicious, especially when served with Sweet Chili Sauce.
- Perfect for Leftover Veggies. If you have random leftover vegetables, like a broccoli stem from Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole or Broccoli Cheddar Soup, these vegetable potstickers will put great use to those veggies.
Ingredients Needed
![Homemade Potstickers Ingredients for Vegetable Potstickers Labeled on counter.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Homemade-Potstickers-1.jpg)
- Wonton Wrappers: You can find wonton wrappers in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores. If needed, be sure to get egg-free or vegan-friendly wonton wrappers
- Vegetables for Filling: You need about 3 cups total of fresh vegetables. I personally like to use a combination of broccoli slaw, edamame, shitake mushrooms, and green onions, but you can use up whatever vegetables you like for these Vegetable Potstickers. Napa cabbage, green cabbage, onions, peas, carrots, are all great options.
- Seasonings: To keep the filling flavorful, add in minced garlic, minced ginger root, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar.
How to Make Homemade Potstickers
The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Sauté Vegetables
It is best to lightly sauté the vegetables over high heat in a bit of oil. This will help to wilt the vegetables, making it easier to work with.
![Vegetarian Potstickers Fillingfor Potstickers in saute pan.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Healthy-Potsickers.jpg)
Season Vegetables
Adding garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar to the vegetable filling will add the perfect flavor to the potsticker filling.
Shape Potstickers
I find it is best to cover the potstickers with a damp cloth or paper towel and to work on a damp towel to keep them from drying out. Then working one at a time, place 1 heaping teaspoon of vegetable mixture in the center of each wrapper. Fold the bottom of the wonton wrapper over the filling, making a triangle shape, and then bring the two edges of the longest side together.
![How to make potstickers. Step by step pictures of forming and shaping potstickers.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/How-to-Make-Potstickers-1.jpg)
Step Three: Cook Potstickers
You can opt to steam or panfry the potsticker. Steaming the potstickers over boiling water will yield a softer potsticker, while pan-frying the potstickers in a bit of oil will yield a potsticker with a crispy exterior. I have provided detailed instructions in the recipe card for both methods.
![Steamed Vegetable Potstickers Steamed Potstickers in metal strainer basket.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Steamed-Potstickers.jpg)
![How to Pan fry potstickers Saute pan with panfried wonton wrappers.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Potsticker-Recipe-1.jpg)
Storage Instructions
- Refrigerate: Leftover potstickers can be refrigerated for 3 days in a sealed container and are best reheated by steaming or panfrying briefly. If you have any leftover vegetable filling, use it to add to Fried Rice for a quick dish that pairs perfectly with these potstickers.
- Freeze: Place steamed potstickers on a cookie sheet that has been lined with wax paper or parchment paper. Place into the freezer until frozen solid and then transfer potstickers to a freezer-safe bag.
- To Reheat Frozen Potstickers: heat 1 tablespoon of oil over high heat in a large nonstick skillet. Arrange potstickers in a single layer in a skillet and brown for 1-2 minutes. Carefully add 1 cup of water and immediately cover the skillet with a lid. Turn heat to medium-low and cook for 10-12 minutes. Remove the lid and let the water evaporate and serve.
Recipe Modifications
- Make Sweeter: If you would like your potstickers to be a bit on the sweeter side, add 2 teaspoons of honey to the vegetable mixture.
- Make Spicy: If you like things on the spicier side, add in a teaspoon or two of sambal oelek or hot sauce.
- Oil-Free Recipe: To make this recipe without oil, saute the vegetables in a few tablespoons of vegetable broth.
- Reduce Sodium: To keep your Potstickers lower in sodium, omit soy sauce from filling or use low-sodium soy sauce.
- Adding Meat: If you would like to add meat to the potsticker filling, brown ground meat (like chicken, turkey, or pork) and then mix with the sauteed veggies.
- Authentic Chinese Potsticker Recipe: This is a simple, short-cut Asian-American version of potstickers. For an authentic Chinese Dumpling recipe, check out Rasa Malaysia's recipe for Chinese Potstickers with Homemade Potsticker Wrappers.
More Copycat Take-Out Favorite Recipes
- Baked Vegetable Egg Rolls
- Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps
- Spring Rolls
- Homemade Orange Chicken
- Instant Pot Mongolian Beef
- Shrimp Lo Mein
If you tried these potstickers, please leave a review and comment below.
![Close up of vegetable potsticker on chopsticks.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Vegetable-Potstickers-360x360.jpg)
Vegetable Potstickers
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil substitute with canola if needed
- 3 cups broccoli slaw or shredded cabbage
- ½ cup shitake mushrooms diced
- ½ cup frozen shelled edamame defrosted
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar
- 32 wonton wrappers
- 2 tablespoons canola oil ONLY if pan frying
Instructions
- Start by heating the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Add the broccoli slaw, mushrooms, edamame, onions, ginger, and minced garlic. Saute for 3-4 minutes until vegetables start to wilt. Add in soy sauce and rice wine vinegar and stir well. Turn off heat.
- Using a pastry brush or your fingers, wet down the outer edges of the wonton wrapper. Place 1 teaspoon of vegetable mixture in the center of each wonton. Fold the wonton wrapper in half, making a triangle shape. Bring the edges of the long side of the triangle together.
To Steam Potstickers
- Prepare a steamer basket by spraying lightly with oil or lining with parchment paper. Find a pot that will fit the steamer in it and fill with a few inches of water, being sure that the water does not come in contact with the steamer itself. Bring the water to a boil.
- Place the completed wontons into the steamer basket (this took me 2 rounds of filling the basket--you need to give the wontons room to steam). Place the lid of the steamer basket on and turn the heat to medium. Steam the wontons for 6-8 minutes.
To Pan-Fry Potstickers
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add potstickers in a single layer (you will need to cook potstickers in batches) and cook until the potstickers form a crispy bottomed layer, about 2-3 minutes. Add ¼ cup water and immediately cover the pan. Cook until liquid has evaporated and bottoms of potstickers are crisp and golden, about 3-4 minutes.
Sharina
Thank you for the tips! We had a fun and filling dinner! Highly recommended!
Kristen Chidsey
You are so welcome! I am thrilled you enjoyed!
Kristyn
I love pot stickers!! This recipe is easy & makes a delicious, crowd-pleasing appetizer!!
Beth
This is a wonderful, tasty, and easy way to use up leftovers! I'm not a fan of leftover veggies, but I gobble these right up!
Gina
These potstickers were DELICIOUS!!
Andie Thueson
I love potstickers, but I have never attempted making them from scratch. This recipe looks amazing I need to give them a try!
Kristen Chidsey
You can do it Andie--they are SUPER easy!
Renee Goerger
It's so nice not to have to rely on frozen or take-out potstickers. This is one of my favorite recipes!
Kristen Chidsey
I am so glad you enjoy these Renee.
Nellie Tracy
One of my all-time most favorite recipes!
Kristen Chidsey
<3
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
Looks amazing! Love how quick it is to make!
Kristen Chidsey
So quick 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
Super quick!
Elizabeth
Those little hands helping are adorable!
Kristen Chidsey
Thank you 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
Thank you Elizabeth, I think so too 🙂
Lane and Holly (With Two Spoons)
I LOVE your little helper! My 5 year old is my side kick in the kitchen, and it is some of the most fun times! He would love to help make these!
Kristen Chidsey
Oh yes! Your son will love to help with these!
Rachelle @! Beer Girl Cooks
Those potstickers look delicious! What a great way to have fun with your kids in the kitchen!
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks so much Rachelle! It is fun for sure!
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks so much Rachelle!
Heather Kinnaird
my hubby LOVES potstickers, so now I cannot wait to make my own. YUM
Kristen Chidsey
Your husband is going to thank you 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
He will be so grateful you gave these a go Heather!
Shelby
I absolutely love you made these with leftovers. We love potstickers also, I don't make them often enough. This post has encouraged me to get busy!
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks Shelby! You won't regret making potstickers. That is for sure.
Lauren Kelly Nutrition
I just love this recipe Kristen!
Kristen Chidsey
Thank you so much Lauren
Susan Salzman
Potstickers are a household favorite!
Liz
What a yummy, easy recipe! Good reason not to toss out my leftovers!!!
Kristen Chidsey
It is a GREAT reason to save those leftovers!