Japanese Cooking Class Focusing on Gyoza in Lyon's 6th Arrondissement

Activity description :

1. 2 hours
2. Up to 12 people

Discover all the secrets of gyoza, those famous Japanese dumplings with thin wrappers and flavorful fillings. With the chef’s guidance, you’ll learn how to prepare the dough, make a generous filling, and master the various steps of the process before enjoying your creations in a friendly atmosphere.

Course Outline

• You’ll learn how to make a thin, pliable gyoza dough that’s perfect for shaping and cooking these Japanese dumplings.
• You’ll discover how to prepare a flavorful and well-balanced filling, depending on whether you choose a traditional or vegetarian version.
• You’ll practice folding the gyozas and learn the proper techniques to give them their characteristic shape while ensuring a perfect seal.
• You’ll make a slightly vinegary and spicy soy-based sauce to serve with your gyoza and enhance their flavors.
• You’ll discover the proper cooking technique to achieve gyoza that are golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
• You’ll enjoy your gyoza with a glass of wine and spend a pleasant time with the chef and the other participants.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll have mastered the key steps in making gyoza, from preparing the dough to folding and cooking. A gourmet experience to discover the secrets of this Japanese specialty and learn how to easily recreate it at home.