-1/2 kilo (1.1 lbs) ground pork

-1/2 cup chopped green onions

-1 cup chopped cabbage (blanched)

-1/2 cup carrots finely minced or grated

-1 tbsp minced garlic

-1 tsp minced ginger

-1 tbsp soy sauce

-1 tbsp sesame oil

-1 egg

-salt and pepper to taste

-dumpling wrappers

Dipping Sauce:

-1/2 cup soy sauce

-1/4 cup vinegar

-2 tbsp mirin

-1 tbsp sesame oil

-1 tsp sugar

-1 tbsp minced onion

-1 tsp minced ginger

-1 tsp minced garlic

-1 tsp minced green pepper (your favorite chili would do)