Gogig Jjin Mandu || Steamed Pork Dumplings, 고기 찐만두 1

Gogig Jjin Mandu refers to a type of Korean steamed dumpling filled with a savory pork filling. The term “gogig” means “meat” and “jjin mandu” means “steamed dumpling.” They are a popular Korean dish, often enjoyed as a snack or a meal.

Ingredients (serves 4):

For the filling:

• 200g pork
• 4 Napa cabbage leaves
• 1 green onion
• 1 slice of ginger
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Salt to taste
• 2 teaspoons sesame seeds

For the dough:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon yeast
• 1/3 cup milk
• Sugar to taste
• Salt to taste
• Cooking oil as needed

Instructions:

1. Make the dough: Combine flour, yeast, salt, sugar, milk, and water in a bowl. Knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
2. Prepare the filling: Mince the pork, finely chop the Napa cabbage, green onion, garlic, and ginger. Squeeze out excess water from the cabbage. Combine all filling ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
3. Assemble the dumplings: Roll out the dough into thin sheets. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each sheet and fold to create dumplings.
4. Steam the dumplings: Place the dumplings in a steamer and steam until cooked through.