Asian Dumpling Lasagna Soy (Printable Version)

Tender dumpling layers with savory meat, crisp vegetables, cheese, and zesty soy ginger sauce for bold taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 minced garlic
23 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes, optional
24 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
25 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water

# How to Make It:

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 9x13 inch baking dish.
09 - Spread a thin layer of soy ginger sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
10 - Arrange 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 additional times, finishing with cheese and a final drizzle of sauce.
13 - Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
14 - Remove foil and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until golden and bubbling.
15 - Let rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A unique and creative twist on traditional lasagna using dumpling wrappers.
  • Bold Asian flavors featuring ginger, soy, and hoisin.
  • A perfect balance of savory meat, fresh vegetables, and melted cheese.
  • Easy to assemble and great for feeding a crowd.
02 -
  • Use a mix of both black and white sesame seeds for a more professional and visually appealing garnish.
  • Watch the wrappers carefully during the final minutes of baking to ensure they become golden but do not burn.
  • Check ingredient labels carefully to manage allergens, as this dish contains gluten, dairy, soy, and sesame.
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