Asian Dumpling Lasagna Soy (Print View)

Layers of dumpling wrappers, ground meat, vegetables, cheese, topped with a flavorful soy ginger sauce.

# Components:

→ Dumpling Lasagna

01 - 24 dumpling or wonton wrappers
02 - 1 pound ground pork or chicken
03 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
04 - 1 onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
07 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
08 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
09 - 5 ounces napa cabbage, shredded
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
12 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
13 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
14 - 7 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
15 - 3.5 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
16 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
17 - Black and white sesame seeds for garnish

→ Soy Ginger Sauce

18 - 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
19 - 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
20 - 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
21 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
22 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
23 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
24 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
25 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - Add ground pork or chicken. Cook, breaking up the meat, until browned and cooked through.
04 - Stir in carrot, bell pepper, and napa cabbage. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are just tender.
05 - Add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well and cook for 2 additional minutes. Remove from heat.
06 - In a medium saucepan, combine all soy ginger sauce ingredients except cornstarch slurry. Bring to a simmer.
07 - Whisk in the cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
08 - Lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
09 - Spread a thin layer of soy ginger sauce on the bottom.
10 - Layer 8 dumpling wrappers to cover the base.
11 - Spread one-third of the meat-vegetable mixture, sprinkle with one-third of the cheeses, and drizzle with sauce.
12 - Repeat layers two more times, finishing with cheese and a final drizzle of sauce.
13 - Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
14 - Let rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unforgettable Fusion: Combines the best of two worlds for a unique dining experience.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: The combination of melted cheese and savory Asian spices appeals to all ages.
  • Easy Assembly: All the flavor of dumplings without the time-consuming task of individual folding.
02 -
  • Resting Time: Do not skip the 10-minute rest after baking; it allows the layers to set so you get clean slices.
  • Sauce Consistency: If the sauce becomes too thick, add a teaspoon of water at a time to reach your desired consistency.
  • Wrapper Care: Keep the wonton wrappers covered with a damp cloth until you are ready to layer them to prevent them from drying out.
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