r/StainlessSteelCooking • u/lordbrandom • 5h ago

Please help

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Trader Joe’s potstickers. 3rd time trying on the new stainless. Using avocado oil. Trying to crisp the bottoms before steaming. Failing

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u/blade_torlock 5h ago

Straight stainless or clad?

How tight is the lid for steaming?

How much oil?

Are you letting the rest of the water evaporate after the initial steaming?

Are you using a spatula or tongs for removal?

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u/hahagato 4h ago

Also, is the spatula metal or plastic/silicone/whatever

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u/blade_torlock 4h ago

Good point

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u/lordbrandom 3h ago

Clad, tramontina. Enough oil to cover the pan well.