Potsticker Noodle Bowl with Pork & Cabbage Slaw is a flavorful, hearty, and easy-to-make meal. Crispy pork potstickers paired with tender noodles and a vibrant cabbage-carrot slaw make this bowl a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, or a fun Asian-inspired meal, this recipe is both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

12 pork potstickers (frozen or homemade)
2 packs ramen noodles or egg noodles
2 cups shredded cabbage
1 cup shredded carrots
2 scallions, sliced
2 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp grated ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp sesame seeds
Optional: sriracha or chili sauce for spice

Instructions

Cook Potstickers: Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add potstickers and cook according to package instructions until golden brown and crispy, usually 3–4 minutes per side.
Prepare Noodles: Cook noodles according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
Make Slaw: In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, scallions, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and grated ginger. Toss until well coated.
Assemble Bowls: Divide cooked noodles into serving bowls. Top with crispy pork potstickers.
Add Slaw & Garnish: Spoon cabbage-carrot slaw over potstickers and noodles. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and drizzle sriracha or chili sauce if desired.
Serve: Serve immediately while potstickers are warm and crispy.

Tips for Perfect Potsticker Noodle Bowls

Crispy Potstickers: Use a nonstick skillet and moderate oil to ensure even browning.
Slaw Balance: Adjust rice vinegar and soy sauce to taste for tanginess.
Noodle Choice: Fresh ramen or egg noodles add texture, but dried noodles work too.
Meal Prep: Store noodles and slaw separately from potstickers to retain freshness.

Variations

Protein Swap: Replace pork potstickers with chicken, shrimp, or vegetable potstickers.
Noodle Options: Try soba, udon, or rice noodles for different textures.
Dressing Boost: Add peanut butter or hoisin sauce to slaw for a richer flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of edamame or steamed dumplings for a complete meal.
Pair with a light miso soup or Asian-style pickled vegetables.
Ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or casual lunch bowls.

Fun Facts & Cultural Context

Potstickers, or jiaozi in Chinese cuisine, are traditionally pan-fried dumplings filled with seasoned meat and vegetables. Combining potstickers with noodles and slaw is a modern, Western adaptation of classic Asian flavors. The cabbage-carrot slaw adds freshness and crunch, balancing the richness of the pan-fried dumplings.

Storage

Store leftover noodles and slaw in separate airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheat potstickers in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
Slaw is best served fresh, but can be made 1 day in advance.

Recipe Notes

For extra flavor, marinate slaw in soy sauce and sesame oil for 10 minutes before assembling bowls.
Toast sesame seeds lightly for a nutty flavor.
Adjust chili sauce according to desired heat level.

Nutrition (per serving, 1 bowl with 3 potstickers)

Calories: 420
Carbohydrates: 48g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Sodium: 920mg
Fiber: 5g
Sugar: 5g
Vitamin A: 80%
Vitamin C: 40%
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 15%