One Steamed One Fried Dumplings

The food you're referring to is called "har gow" or "hargow" (Steamed Dumplings) and "pan-fried dumplings" or "potstickers" (Fried Dumplings) which are popular Chinese dishes, usually served in Chinese restaurants in the USA.

Har gow is a Cantonese dish that originated in the Guangdong province of southern China, and it is typically filled with a mixture of shrimp and vegetables, wrapped in a thin dough wrapper, and then steamed. The filling is usually made with a combination of shrimp, bamboo shoots, and Chinese chives. When you bite into a har gow, the wrapper should be soft and slightly chewy, while the filling should be tender and flavorful. These dumplings are often served with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.

Pan-Fried dumplings/Potstickers, on the other hand, are a Northern Chinese dish. They are very similar to har gow in terms of ingredients and preparation, but instead of steaming them, they are pan-fried on one side until crispy and golden brown. They are usually served with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil, and often garnished with chives and sesame seeds.

Both dumplings are delicious and popular dishes in Chinese cuisine, and they are must-try when you visit a Chinese restaurant, especially during a dim sum meal. They are usually eaten as an appetizer or snack, but they can also be served as a main course with a bowl of rice.

I hope this information helps you to understand more about these two popular Chinese dumplings. Enjoy your next meal!