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Gyeran Mandu (Egg Dumplings) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped carrot
- 1/4 cup chopped cabbage
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Dumpling mold (optional)
- Frying pan

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, water, and salt. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
2. In another bowl, beat the eggs and add scallions, onion, carrot, cabbage, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a thin sheet. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or a cup.
4. Place a spoonful of the egg mixture in the center of each circle. Fold the dough in half and pinch the edges to seal.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the dumplings until golden brown on both sides.
6. Serve hot with soy sauce or dipping sauce of your choice.


Time:
Preparation time: 40 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
5. Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 12-15 dumplings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 120
Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: 5g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can substitute the vegetables with any other vegetables of your choice.
- You can use vegetable oil or any other cooking oil for frying.

Variations:
- You can add ground pork or beef to the egg mixture for a meatier version.
- You can add shrimp or crab meat to the egg mixture for a seafood version.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to seal the edges of the dumplings well to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- You can use a dumpling mold to make the process easier and faster.
- You can make the dumplings ahead of time and freeze them for later use.

Storage instructions:
Store the leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the dumplings in a steamer or microwave until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Arrange the dumplings on a plate and garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
Chopped scallions, sesame seeds, chopped cilantro, chili flakes.

Pairings:
Gyeran mandu goes well with rice, noodles, or as a snack.

Suggested side dishes:
Kimchi, pickled vegetables, steamed vegetables, soup.

Troubleshooting advice:
If the dough is too dry, add more water. If it's too wet, add more flour. If the dumplings are sticking to the pan, add more oil.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the dumplings thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
Gyeran mandu is a popular Korean street food that originated in the 19th century.

Flavor profiles:
Gyeran mandu has a savory and slightly sweet flavor with a crispy texture on the outside and a soft and fluffy texture on the inside.

Serving suggestions:
Serve gyeran mandu as an appetizer, snack, or main dish.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Savory, Umami, Meaty, Eggy