These gyoza are delicious to eat as a snack and are great for a meal. There are various forms of food in the form of dumpling wrappers made from flour with minced meat and vegetables, in various forms, regardless of whether it is in the East or the West.
There is a long history of gyoza in China in particular, and I will explain the origin of gyoza by wrapping pork dumpling in flour dough and making it in the shape of a human head to perform the ritual, which didn't believe in the custom of “you have to cut a person's head to win a war.†Chinese dumplings, which have a long history like the secret to their interesting birth, have evolved over the years by acquiring various recipes and names.
Chinese-style gyoza is classified according to the recipe and shape, and has a variety of flavors depending on the ingredients in the gyoza, such as meat, vegetables, and fish. There are various types, such as “quartier,†which is baked crispy in oil, “mantou,†which is similar in shape to steamed bread, “Xiaolongbao,†which contains minced meat and broth and has excellent moisture, and “hunton,†which is similar to Korean-style water dumplings.
Chinese dumpling restaurants in Seoul include Itaewon Johnny Dumpling, Sookdae Goobok Dumpling, Yeonnam-dong Haha, Yeonhui-dong Convenience Store, Huam-dong Shandong Dumpling, Mapo Shandong Dumpling, Eunpyeong Mama Handmade Dumpling, Yeonhui-dong O-hyang Dumpling, Banghak-dong Sujeong Palace, Sinchon Hwasang Son Dumpling, Sindang-dong Bao Tzu, Yeonnam-dong Boung Dumpling, Bangi-dong Seodoosan, Apgujeong Shandong Gyoja-gwan, Sincheon Pao Pao, Garibong Gyo-gwan, Wollae Gyo-gwan, Wollae Gyo-gwan Yeonnam-dong Yeongyo, Mapo Yeomyeong, Apgujeong Goldfish, Sinsa-dong Dumpling, Hannam-dong Western China, Kyung Hee University Bong Yi Dumpling, Myeongdong Din Tai Fung, Children's Grand Park Pao Zu Fu, Yangjae Brusley, Hongdae Jin Dumpling, Yeonnam-dong Hongbok, Daechi-dong Hibo, Mia Din Dumpling, Daegu Dim Sum, Taesan Dumpling, Yeongsaengdeok, Daejeon Buyeonbu, Busan Maga Dumpling House, Shoe Garden, Hongseongbang, Geumyong, Myeongdang They include Incheon Wonbo, Dongincheon Shandong Dumplings, Suwon Yenmil, Suwon Dumplings, Gimcheon Chinese Dumplings, Uijeongbu Shinrae-hyang, and Yeongcheon Samsonggwan Dumplings. A feast of lightness and fragrance that fills your mouth when you take a bite! Here are 5 of the best new Chinese dumpling restaurants.
1. “Seodoosan Dim Sum†in Bangi-dong, just like the flavors of mainland China
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Image source: jonghaeeee's Instagram
“Seodusan Dim Sum†is a place where local people from the Shandong region of China cook their own food to recreate the flavors of the mainland. The store is small enough to fill about 8 tables. The signature dish is “grilled gyoza,†made by pouring starch water on the bottom of the dumpling and baking it crispy as if it were deep-frying. As for grilled gyoza, there are three types of gyoza available: shrimp, vegetable, and yakitori, so you can choose and enjoy whatever you like. Among them, the “shrimp dumpling,†which contains wood ear mushrooms and shrimp and has an attractive, chewy texture, is the most popular. All gyoza can be packed, and a courier service is also available for orders of 4 or more servings.
2. “Baotsu†in Sindang-dong, full of fresh vegetables
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Image source: samgong_000's Instagram
“Baotsu†is located halfway between Sindang Station and Cheonggu District. The characteristic of this place is that the dumpling shop does not use tofu or vermicelli, but uses only 4 kinds of fresh vegetables and pork: onions, Chinese cabbage, chives, and green onions. The signature menu “Baotsu†is steamed by putting plenty of beef mixed with meat and vegetables in a thick dumpling skin like steamed buns. The dumpling skin has gone through a fermentation process and has a soft, crunchy texture unlike its thick thickness. The rich umami flavor that comes from meat and vegetables is gently wrapped in a light dumpling skin and blends harmoniously. Please note that you can choose the size and level of spiciness of the Baotsu menu according to your preferences.
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â–²Location: 41-2, Dasan-ro 34-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
▲Business hours: 11:00 — 21:30 every day
â–²Price: King Baotsu 2,500 won, military teacher 5,000 won
â–²Review (Prince Shikigami of Saudi Arabia): Now Baotsu is a popular restaurant that opened up to a second branch on Daehak-ro. I ordered frozen grilled gyoza, one gyoza, and even a beer… The combination of gyoza and beer is more economical than you might think, and there is a corner where they go well together. The shrimp juice didn't have a bursting texture, but it had the power to eat it in an instant because the meat flavor and juice were well soaked without being irritating.
3. 'Yeongyo' in Yeonnam-dong with a spicy and sour sauce
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Image source: pinkmin0122's Instagram
“Yeonkyo†is located near Exit 4 of Hongik University Station. You can find 11 types of gyoza and over 60 kinds of à la carte dishes. The signature menu is “chow shou,†a dumpling wrapped with a thin layer of dumpling skin wrapped in shrimp, and a sauce with red pepper oil and acidity. I recommend mixing the sauce thoroughly enough to soak into the dumpling skin and then eating it in one bite. The chewy dumpling skin and the spicy and sour sauce blend pleasantly in the mouth. “Oh Hyang Chicken,†which has an impressive texture that contrasts between the crispy grilled chicken skin and the moist meat, is also a popular menu. The light mustard sauce and crunchy cucumber finish off the aftertaste.
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â–²Location: 65 Yeonhui-ro 1-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 11:30 — 22:00 every day, B/T 15:00 — 17:00, closed on Thursdays
â–²Price: Chow Chow Chow 6,000 won, five-spice chicken 12,000 won
â–²Review (Shikigami Kaisersoze): A Chinese restaurant that just opened but is already popular in Yeonnam-dong. There are many Chinese restaurants run by Chinese restaurants in Yeonnam-dong. However, there are only a few places worth visiting. Recently, it is said that Hyang Mi's relative did the most popular Yeonkyo with Foga. First of all, the taste is somewhat reliable. They offer quite a variety of dishes, with a focus on gyoza. The gyoza dishes are satisfying.
4. 'Hwasang Son Dumpling' in Sinchon, a differentiated flavor presented with a unique secret
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Image source: urmyuniverse's Instagram
“Hwasang Son Dumpling†is a Japanese chef who presents a variety of authentic Chinese dishes based on secrets passed down from generation to generation. Since it aired on famous media, it has always been a hit, with the addition of nearby residents as well as visitors from outside. The signature menu, “tempura gyoza,†is characterized by adding flounder broth to the dumpling paste to add umami flavor and moisture. The deep-fried gyoza, which is baked on both sides of the gyoza until golden brown, envelops the mouth and is followed by a rich meat flavor that is appealing. I also like “assorted gyoza,†where you can enjoy steamed meat dumplings, kimchi steamed dumplings, and fried dumplings all at once.
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â–²Location: 46 Ewhayeodae 7-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 11:30 — 22:00 every day, B/T 15:00 — 17:00, closed on Sundays
â–²Price: Fried dumplings 5,000 won, assorted dumplings 8,000 won
â–²Testimonial (Shikigin Tidburger for domestic use): It's a pretty good value for the price~ hehe, the trap is that the dumplings are always delicious whether you eat them grilled, steamed, or deep-fried. Usually, every Chinese restaurant that only serves tempura tastes the same, but I was really impressed that this restaurant made it themselves.
5. Good value for money, 'Wollae Martyrs' Hall in Garibong-dong
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Image source: limmochi1004's Instagram
“Wollae Martyrs' Hall†is a place that recently went viral when it became known as the celebrity Choi Ja's regular restaurant. You can make your own soy sauce and eat it with the dumplings; you can eat a spoonful of minced garlic with soy sauce, Chinese black vinegar, and red pepper seasoning in a ratio of 2:2:1, respectively. The signature menu, “grilled gyoza,†offers a plentiful serving of over 20 pieces of gyoza per serving. You can enjoy the texture of grilled dumplings and steamed dumplings at the same time by grilling them as if they were steamed. “Soryongpo,†which fills your mouth with plenty of juice as soon as you take a bite, is also a popular menu. There is some coriander in grilled gyoza, so be sure to check when ordering.
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â–²Location: 12, Digital-ro 19-gil, Guro-gu, Seoul
▲Opening hours: 10:00 — 22:00 every day, closed on Mondays
â–²Price: Grilled dumplings 7,000 won, Soryongpo 7,000 won
â–²Testimonial (quick snippet of food): I was satisfied. I went to Chinese dumplings, which are full of gravy, and it was nice that the price was low and the amount was large. Although the dumplings were fatty, they were good because they tasted good, and various Chinese dishes were cheap, so they weren't bad to eat. The road is a bit scary, but it's an alley in the background of the city of crime.