photo: geoff george; recipe: a. hagan
Pork & Pear Potstickers
Serves: 6
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
½ lb (225g) ground pork
2 Pears, cored peeled and finely chopped
1 tablespoon (15mL) powdered ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon (15mL) chili paste
1 tablespoon (15mL) soy sauce
1 teaspoon (15mL) sesame oil
1 egg, beaten
4 tablespoons (60mL) vegetable oil
About 24 Wonton wrappers
Instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl combine pork, pears, ginger, garlic, chili paste, soy sauce, sesame oil and egg. Mash together until mixed well.
2. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of mixture in the centre of each wonton wrapper. Bring up sides diagonally to form a triangle and form into a purse. Seal edges with water.
3. In a large skillet heat 2 tablespoons of the oil and half of the potstickers. Cook until browned on each side (approx. 2 minutes per side). Repeat with the remaining oil and potstickers.
4. Serve warm with a sweet chili dipping sauce.
VINI VERGANI recommends: Salento IGT Elo Veni 2004,
Producer: Leone de Castris, Salice, 100% Negroamaro
Degustation notes: Intense ruby colour. Fruity bouquet with subtle aromas of vanilla. Harmonious richness on the palate with a light note of herbs. Lasting unctuous finish.
Nutritional Information Per Serving:
Energy |
335 Cal 1402 kj |
Protein |
11g |
Total Fat |
20g |
Trans Fat |
0g |
Cholesterol |
56mg |
Carbohydrates |
28g |
Dietary Fibre |
2g |
Sodium |
165mg |
Sugar |
5g |