Colorful Korean Dumplings (Mandu)

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1 cup chopped cabbage
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 package round dumpling wrappers

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the beef, pork, cabbage, onion, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well.
2. Lay out a dumpling wrapper on a flat surface and place 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center. Wet the edges with a little water.
3. Fold the wrapper in half to form a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
4. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
5. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the dumplings in batches and cook until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
6. Serve hot with soy sauce for dipping.

Interesting Facts

• Mandu are a traditional Korean dish, and the word "mandu" means "dumpling" in Korean.
• Mandu can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as beef, pork, vegetables, and even kimchi.
• Mandu can be fried, steamed, boiled, or even served in soup.