Asian Dumpling Lasagna Soy (Printable)

Fusion layers of dumpling wrappers, seasoned meat, fresh vegetables, topped with a vibrant soy ginger sauce.

# 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

# Method:

01 - Set oven to 350°F.
02 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook until fragrant, approximately 2 minutes.
03 - Add ground pork or chicken to the skillet. Cook while breaking apart the meat until fully browned and cooked through.
04 - Stir in julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, and shredded napa cabbage. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables reach tender-crisp texture.
05 - Pour in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly and cook for 2 additional minutes. Remove from heat.
06 - In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, ginger, garlic, and chili flakes if desired. Bring mixture to a simmer.
07 - Whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
08 - Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
09 - Spread a thin layer of soy ginger sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
10 - Arrange 8 dumpling wrappers in a single layer to cover the base of the baking dish.
11 - Distribute one-third of the meat-vegetable mixture over the dumpling wrappers. Sprinkle one-third of the combined mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Drizzle with soy ginger sauce.
12 - Repeat the layering process two additional times using the remaining meat mixture, cheese, and sauce, finishing with a cheese layer and final sauce drizzle.
13 - Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil. Bake for 25 minutes.
14 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the surface is golden and the filling bubbles at the edges.
15 - Allow the lasagna to rest for 10 minutes. Top with sliced spring onions and sesame seeds before serving.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • A brilliant fusion that marries Italian structure with bold Asian aromatics.
  • Incredibly easy to assemble using store-bought dumpling or wonton wrappers.
  • The homemade soy ginger sauce adds a professional depth of flavor with minimal effort.
02 -
  • Ensure the napa cabbage is finely shredded so it integrates smoothly into the meat mixture.
  • If using wonton wrappers, you may need a few extra to fully cover the surface of the 9x13 dish.
  • Adjust the chili flakes in the sauce to suit your preferred heat level.
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