If you’re looking for a quick and delicious meal that your friends will love, then this recipe for Slow Cooker Pork Potstickers is just what you need! By tossing frozen potstickers with a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a comforting and satisfying dish that is sure to impress.
Why Make This Recipe
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. It’s easy to prepare, requires minimal effort, and cooks while you go about your day. Plus, the combination of flavors from the potstickers, broth, vegetables, and teriyaki sauce creates a tasty meal that is both hearty and nutritious. Your friends will be asking for seconds!
How to Make Slow Cooker Pork Potstickers
Ingredients:
- 1 (24 to 32 ounce) bag frozen pork potstickers
- 3 cups low sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cups frozen stir fry vegetable blend
- 1/3 cup bottled teriyaki sauce
Directions:
- Place the frozen pork potstickers in an even layer on the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Pour the broth over the potstickers, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Sprinkle the frozen stir fry vegetables on top without stirring.
- Drizzle the teriyaki sauce over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or HIGH for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the potstickers are hot in the center.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste before serving.
How to Serve Slow Cooker Pork Potstickers
Serve these delicious potstickers straight from the slow cooker. You can ladle them into bowls, making sure to include plenty of broth and vegetables. For an extra touch, garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds. Enjoy these potstickers with a side of rice or noodles for a complete meal!
How to Store Slow Cooker Pork Potstickers
If you have leftovers (which is unlikely with such a tasty dish!), let them cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply warm them in the microwave or on the stove, adding a bit of broth to keep them moist.
Tips to Make Slow Cooker Pork Potstickers
- For added flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of minced garlic or ginger to the broth.
- You can substitute the stir fry vegetables with any of your favorites, like bell peppers or broccoli.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can mix a cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water) and stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Variation
You can modify this recipe by using different types of frozen dumplings or potstickers. Try chicken or vegetable potstickers for a different flavor profile. You may also experiment with different sauces, like soy sauce or sweet and sour sauce.
FAQs
1. Can I use fresh potstickers instead of frozen?
Yes, but you may need to adjust the cooking time since fresh potstickers often cook faster.
2. Can I cook this recipe on high heat?
Absolutely! You can cook it on HIGH for 1.5 to 2 hours.
3. How spicy is this dish?
The dish is not spicy, but you can add chili flakes or Sriracha if you like a little heat!
Slow Cooker Pork Potstickers
Ingredients
Method
- Place the frozen pork potstickers in an even layer on the bottom of a slow cooker.
- Pour the broth over the potstickers, ensuring they are mostly submerged.
- Sprinkle the frozen stir fry vegetables on top without stirring.
- Drizzle the teriyaki sauce over the mixture.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours or HIGH for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the potstickers are hot in the center.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste before serving.
- Serve the potstickers straight from the slow cooker in bowls, ensuring to include plenty of broth and vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Let leftovers cool completely before transferring them to an airtight container, and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stove, adding a bit of broth to keep them moist.
