Dumpling wrappers contain 40% less gluten than pasta sheets, making this fusion lasagna accidentally lighter than traditional versions.
Dumpling Lasagna
Dive into a mouthwatering fusion of flavors with our Dumpling Lasagna! This irresistible creation layers tender dumplings with a rich, savory pork filling and a velvety sauce that ties it all together. It's a cozy dish that’s perfect for sharing—get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests!
Prep
15
min
Cook
55
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced (15 ml)reduce if not a fan
- Green onion, chopped
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 pound ground pork (454 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- Chile oil (optional)optional
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (5 ml)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (5 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- White pepper
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (45 ml)
📦Other(2)
- Sesame seeds (optional)optional
- Wonton wrappers
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 F.
- 2
In a bowl, combine ground pork, green onions (save some for garnish), garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and white pepper.
- 3
Dip your wonton wrappers in water and create a layer on the bottom of a small baking dish.
- 4
Spread the pork mixture on top of that layer and repeat adding layers until you run out of your pork mixture.
- 5
Add a little bit of water or broth to the top layer of wonton wrappers so that they steam nicely.
- 6
In a larger baking dish, add about an inch of water.
- 7
Place the smaller dish into the larger one and cover with tin foil.
- 8
Bake for 45-55 minutes until the pork is fully cooked.
- 9
After removing from the oven, top with extra sour cream sauce, chile oil, green onions, and sesame seeds.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Brush each wonton wrapper layer with beaten egg before adding filling to create moisture barriers that prevent soggy layers and maintain distinct textures.technique
- ✓Mix your pork filling to exactly 15% fat content and chill for 30 minutes before assembly so proteins bind properly and prevent grease separation during baking.ingredient15% fat content, 30 minutes
- ✓Maintain water level at exactly 1 inch in the outer dish throughout baking because steam temperature stays at 212°F for even cooking while preventing wrapper edges from drying.equipment1 inch, 212°F
- ✓Score the top wonton layer in a crosshatch pattern before baking to allow steam venting and prevent wrapper bursting from internal pressure buildup.technique
- ✓Rest the finished lasagna uncovered for 10 minutes after baking so internal temperature equalizes and layers set properly for clean slicing.timing10 minutes
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Prep
15
min
Cook
55
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
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Dumpling wrappers contain 40% less gluten than pasta sheets, making this fusion lasagna accidentally lighter than traditional versions.
Dumpling Lasagna
Dive into a mouthwatering fusion of flavors with our Dumpling Lasagna! This irresistible creation layers tender dumplings with a rich, savory pork filling and a velvety sauce that ties it all together. It's a cozy dish that’s perfect for sharing—get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced (15 ml)reduce if not a fan
- Green onion, chopped
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 pound ground pork (454 g)
🫙Pantry Staples(3)
- Chile oil (optional)optional
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (5 ml)
- 1 tsp sesame oil (5 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- White pepper
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce (45 ml)
📦Other(2)
- Sesame seeds (optional)optional
- Wonton wrappers
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375 F.
- 2
In a bowl, combine ground pork, green onions (save some for garnish), garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and white pepper.
- 3
Dip your wonton wrappers in water and create a layer on the bottom of a small baking dish.
- 4
Spread the pork mixture on top of that layer and repeat adding layers until you run out of your pork mixture.
- 5
Add a little bit of water or broth to the top layer of wonton wrappers so that they steam nicely.
- 6
In a larger baking dish, add about an inch of water.
- 7
Place the smaller dish into the larger one and cover with tin foil.
- 8
Bake for 45-55 minutes until the pork is fully cooked.
- 9
After removing from the oven, top with extra sour cream sauce, chile oil, green onions, and sesame seeds.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Brush each wonton wrapper layer with beaten egg before adding filling to create moisture barriers that prevent soggy layers and maintain distinct textures.technique
- ✓Mix your pork filling to exactly 15% fat content and chill for 30 minutes before assembly so proteins bind properly and prevent grease separation during baking.ingredient15% fat content, 30 minutes
- ✓Maintain water level at exactly 1 inch in the outer dish throughout baking because steam temperature stays at 212°F for even cooking while preventing wrapper edges from drying.equipment1 inch, 212°F
- ✓Score the top wonton layer in a crosshatch pattern before baking to allow steam venting and prevent wrapper bursting from internal pressure buildup.technique
- ✓Rest the finished lasagna uncovered for 10 minutes after baking so internal temperature equalizes and layers set properly for clean slicing.timing10 minutes