Description

These Potsticker Noodle Bowls are a delightful, comforting dish combining crispy skillet-cooked potstickers with tender lo mein noodles and vibrant stir-fried vegetables. Enhanced with a savory soy and oyster sauce glaze and garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of textures and flavors in a quick, easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Potstickers

1 package (16 oz) frozen potstickers (pork, chicken, or veggie)

Noodles

8 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti
1 tablespoon sesame oil (divided)

Vegetables and Aromatics

2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup shredded red cabbage
2 cups baby spinach or chopped bok choy
3 green onions, sliced

Sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Garnish

Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

Cook Potstickers: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the frozen potstickers according to the package directions, usually by pan-frying until golden and crisp on the bottom and cooked through. Once done, set them aside on a plate.
Prepare Noodles: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the lo mein noodles or spaghetti until al dente as per package instructions. Drain well and toss immediately with about half a tablespoon of sesame oil to prevent sticking and add flavor.
Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same skillet used for potstickers, add the remaining sesame oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add the shredded carrots and red cabbage and stir-fry until they start to soften, about 3-4 minutes. Then add the baby spinach or chopped bok choy and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes more.
Make the Sauce and Combine: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), rice vinegar, sugar, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves. Add the cooked noodles and sauce mixture to the skillet with vegetables. Toss well over medium heat to thoroughly coat everything and warm through.
Add Potstickers and Garnish: Return the cooked potstickers to the skillet and gently toss to combine with noodles and vegetables without breaking the potstickers. Remove from heat. Garnish generously with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds. Serve hot immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

Use pork, chicken, or vegetable potstickers according to your preference or dietary needs.
Lo mein noodles work best, but spaghetti is a good substitute if unavailable.
For a vegetarian or vegan version, omit oyster sauce and use a plant-based alternative or extra soy sauce.
Adjust the amount of sugar and vinegar according to your taste preference for a sweeter or tangier sauce.
Leftover bowls can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in a skillet to retain crispiness of potstickers.
Optional garnishes like chopped cilantro or a drizzle of chili oil can add extra flavor and heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Asian Fusion

Keywords: potstickers, noodle bowl, stir-fry, Asian-inspired, quick dinner, lo mein, sesame oil, dumplings