Quick Potsticker Stir Fry - Easy Chinese Asian Inspired Recipe

Who said fast food has to come in a greasy bag? This Potstickers Stir Fry proves that dinner can be quick, crave-worthy, and actually good for you. We’re talking crispy frozen potstickers recipe magic, crunchy veggies, roasted cashews, and a hot-sweet sauce that hits every note your taste buds didn’t know they were waiting for. One pan, under 30 minutes, and—brace yourself—way better than takeout.

Here’s the deal: potstickers are already little pockets of joy. Toss them into a sizzling wok with colorful veggies, drizzle on a glossy sauce, and suddenly you’ve got a potstickers recipe that feels like restaurant-quality without the fancy price tag. It’s the kind of meal that makes you go, “Om Nom,” before you even snap that obligatory food pic.

The beauty of this dish? Chinese cooking recipes like this one don’t require you to spend hours in the kitchen. Nope. Just grab a bag of frozen potstickers (lifesavers, IMO), throw in whatever veggies you’ve got hanging around, and boom—you’ve got one of those Asian inspired recipes that feels both gourmet and ridiculously easy. Bonus: it doubles as one of those healthy food options that doesn’t taste like rabbit food. Win-win.

Think about it: crunchy bell peppers, tender broccoli, garlicky sauce clinging to every bite, and those golden-brown dumplings stealing the show. Who wouldn’t want that? Whether you’re dipping your toes into Chinese cooking or you’ve already got a stash of go-to Asian dishes, this stir fry fits right in.

So next time you’re starving and seconds away from dialing delivery, try this instead. You’ll get your fix faster, cheaper, and—dare I say—tastier. Plus, you’ll actually feel accomplished for whipping up something this good. Hungry yet? Thought so.

Quick Potsticker Stir Fry

A speedy, one-pan stir fry with crispy frozen potstickers, colorful veggies, crunchy cashews, all coated in a sweet-spicy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 6 | Author: Aleda | Category: Dinner

Ingredients

Potstickers & Sauce:

• 30 Frozen Potstickers (large bag)
• 1 Packet Sweet-Hot Sauce (usually included with potstickers)
• 3 tsp Hot Chili Sauce (adjust to taste)
• 4 tbsp Cashews
• 3 tsp Sesame Seeds
• 4 tbsp Sesame Oil (or any light cooking oil)

Vegetables (pick your favorites):

• 2 Large Onions, thinly sliced
• 1 tsp Grated Ginger (fresh or powdered)
• 1 tsp Grated Garlic (fresh or powdered)
• 4 Medium Red Bell Peppers, thinly sliced
• 2 Small Green Bell Peppers, thinly sliced
• 2 Large Carrots, thinly sliced
• 3 Cups Sliced Cabbage
• 2 Cups Sliced Mushrooms
• 4 Stalks Green Onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Cook the Potstickers: Follow the instructions on your potsticker package. Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Place the frozen potstickers in the pan, leaving space between each one. Cook for 2 minutes, then add a splash of water and cover. Let them steam for 8–10 minutes until tender. Once soft, drizzle 2 tsp of the dipping sauce and toss for 2 minutes. Remove from the pan and place on a tray—these are ready to serve as an appetizer if you like.
2. Prepare the Stir Fry: In the same pan, heat sesame oil. Add onions, ginger, and garlic; stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant. Toss in the remaining veggies, cashews, and sesame seeds. Stir-fry for another minute on high heat. Add the cooked potstickers and pour in the sweet-hot sauce. Stir everything together for 1 more minute, then remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with green onions and extra sesame seeds. Serve immediately, piping hot.

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