Alright, let’s talk about potstickers. I’ve always been a fan, but lately, I’ve been thinking more about what I eat, so I decided to check out if my beloved potstickers are actually healthy or not.
First, I started to look around and see what other people were saying. Some folks online were saying that potstickers are totally fine and a good mix of carbs, protein, and fat. Then others were saying it really depends on what’s inside them and how they’re cooked.
I decided to start with the basics. I looked up the nutrition facts for different kinds of potstickers. The calories and stuff varied a lot. Some were pretty low in calories, especially the ones stuffed with veggies or shrimp. The pork ones, though, they were a bit higher up there.
Then I started to pay more attention to how they’re cooked. I’ve always loved them pan-fried because, who doesn’t like that crispy bottom? But then I remembered that steaming is a thing. So, I tried steaming some at home. Honestly, they weren’t as tasty as the pan-fried ones, but I felt better about eating them.
I did some experimenting with the fillings, too. I made a batch with just vegetables, another with chicken, and yeah, I had to try one with pork. The veggie ones were okay, but the chicken ones were actually pretty good! I even threw in some spices to make them more interesting.
Here’s what I noticed:
- Calories: Definitely lower in the veggie and chicken ones compared to pork.
- Taste: Pan-fried is the best, no doubt, but steamed is a close second if you’re trying to be healthy.
- Fillings: Chicken and veggie fillings are where it’s at if you want to keep it on the healthier side.
After all this, I’d say potstickers can be a part of a healthy diet, but it’s all about making smart choices. I’m still going to enjoy my pan-fried potstickers every now and then, but I’ll probably be steaming them more often and choosing chicken or veggies over pork.
So, there you have it. That’s my little adventure with potstickers. I tried different things, I paid attention to what I was eating, and I learned a bit along the way. Hope this helps someone else out there who’s wondering about these tasty little dumplings!
