Make potstickers in the air fryer for a delicious Asian-inspired snack or main dish. Air fryer frozen dumplings go from freezer to table in about 8 minutes.
Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings are ready in minutes, have a hot and tender interior with the perfect amount of crunch on the outside.
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Steamy, moist and tender Instant Pot frozen potstickers dipped in soy sauce have become one of my favorite snacks or appetizers.
I’ve cooked the frozen dumplings in the Instant Pot, which is so quick and easy. They are almost as good as takeout dumplings!
But in an effort to get them a little bit more crispy, I decided to try cooking frozen potstickers in the air fryer.
Air fryer frozen dumplings are just as easy to prepare as Instant Pot frozen dumplings, but the meaty filling is hot and tender and the dough is extra crispy.
So you get that nice crunch when you bite into them.
It’s so simple to make potstickers in air fryer!
They make the perfect after-school snack, party appetizer or a satisfying main dish when paired with stir-fried veggies or one of these Instant Pot Asian inspired recipes.
More Easy Air Fryer Recipes You’ll Love:
- Air Fryer Orange Chicken
- Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
- Air Fryer Shake and Bake Chicken
- Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower Wings
- Air Fryer Broccoli and Cauliflower
- Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
- Air Fryer Crispy Crowns
- Air Fryer Frozen Crinkle Fries
- Air Fryer Naan Pizza
Useful Tips for Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings
- Do not defrost the dumplings. Go from freezer to air fryer.
- Spray the dumplings with a bit of oil to prevent sticking.
- Don’t stack the dumplings. Leave space between them so air can circulate.
- You may want to flip the potstickers in air fryer halfway through cooking.
- The amount of potstickers you can fit in your air fryer will depend on the size of the basket. Cook them in batches if necessary.
- Frozen dumplings come in different sizes, shapes, and thickness of wrapper. These variables can cause differences in cook time. That’s why it’s a good idea to check them at 6 minutes, then add time as needed.
- Need a simple dipping sauce? Combine equal amounts of sesame oil and soy sauce and add a pinch of sesame seeds.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat leftover dumplings for 2 minutes in the air fryer.
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How to Air Fryer Frozen Potstickers
It’s really easy to make frozen dumplings in air fryer.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Frozen Potstickers
- Oil Spray
How to Make It:
(Full printable recipe is available below)
Arrange the potstickers. First, you’ll add frozen dumplings, in a single layer, to the basket of your air fryer.
Spray with oil. Next, you’ll spray both sides of the dumplings with oil (or lightly brush with oil).
Cook the dumplings. Then, you’ll cook at 375F for 6 minutes. At that point, check to see if desired crispness has been reached. If not, continue air frying for 3-5 minutes more.
Serve. Last, you’ll remove from air fryer and serve warm with dipping sauce, if desired.
Notes and Adaptations:
- The amount of potstickers you can fit in your air fryer will depend on the size of the basket.
- Coating the frozen dumplings with oil helps to ensure they don’t stick to the basket and that they don’t dry out too much during cooking.
- Frozen dumplings come in different sizes, shapes, and thickness of wrapper. These variables can cause differences in cook time. That’s why it’s a good idea to check them at 6 minutes, then add time as needed.
Recommended Equipment:
- Air fryer (I have a 7-quart Gourmia very similar to this one)
Air Fryer Frozen Dumplings (Potstickers, Gyoza)
Cook frozen dumplings to perfection in the air fryer with this simple method.
Ingredients
- 6 frozen potstickers (can use more or less, as desired)
- Oil spray
Instructions
- Add frozen dumplings, in a single layer, to the basket of your air fryer.
- Spray both sides of the dumplings with oil (or lightly brush with oil).
- Cook at 375F for 6 minutes. At that point, check to see if desired crispness has been reached. If not, continue air frying for 3-5 minutes more.
- Remove from air fryer and serve warm.
Notes
- The amount of potstickers you can fit in your air fryer will depend on the size of the basket.
- Coating the frozen dumplings with oil helps to ensure they don't stick to the basket and that they don't dry out too much during cooking.
- Frozen dumplings come in different sizes, shapes, and thickness of wrapper. These variables can cause differences in cook time. That's why it's a good idea to check them at 6 minutes, then add time as needed.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 299Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 421mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 11g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and is not guaranteed for accuracy.
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Thanks for sharing this recipe. Air-fried dumplings turned out better than I expected. I made this recipe twice already, and my family and I loved it
So glad your family enjoyed them! 🙂