Preheat the air fryer: Set it to 370°F (188°C) for 3–5 minutes. A hot basket helps the potstickers crisp up fast.

Prepare the potstickers: Do not thaw. Lightly spray both sides of the frozen potstickers with oil. This prevents dry spots and helps browning.

Arrange in the basket: Place potstickers in a single layer with a little space between each. Don’t overcrowd—airflow is key to crispy edges.

Air fry the first side: Cook at 370°F (188°C) for 6 minutes.

Flip and finish: Flip each potsticker, spray lightly again, and cook 3–5 more minutes until golden brown and crisp. Total time is usually 9–11 minutes, depending on your air fryer and potsticker size.

Check doneness: The wrappers should be blistered and lightly browned. If using meat-filled dumplings, they’re fully cooked from frozen, but ensure they’re piping hot in the center.

Make a quick dipping sauce (optional): Stir together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, a pinch of sugar, and a little grated garlic and ginger. Add chili oil if you like heat.

Serve immediately: Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy while hot and crisp.