🥟 Chinese Lasagna
This deconstructed soup dumpling recipe, also known as Chinese lasagna, layers flavorful ground pork and vegetables for a cozy comfort food experience.
Category: main
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Ground pork (substitutions: Ground chicken, Ground turkey)
- 1 thinly sliced Green onion (substitutions: Chives, Shallots)
- 1 heaping teaspoon Chicken bouillon (substitutions: Vegetable bouillon, Miso paste)
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar (substitutions: Honey, Maple syrup)
- 1 tablespoon Cooking wine (substitutions: Rice vinegar, Apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce (substitutions: Tamari (for gluten-free), Coconut aminos)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil (substitutions: Peanut oil, Olive oil)
- 2 teaspoons Grated ginger (substitutions: Ground ginger, Ginger paste)
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 teaspoons Oyster sauce (substitutions: Mushroom sauce (for vegetarian))
- 1/3 cup Water (for broth) (substitutions: Chicken broth, Vegetable broth)
- as needed Wonton wraps (substitutions: Dumpling wrappers, Lasagna sheets (for a different texture))
- to taste Garlic chili crunch (substitutions: Chili oil, Sriracha)
Equipment
- Mini casserole dish
- Steamer
- Mixing bowl
Instructions
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Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 pound ground pork, 1 thinly sliced green onion, 1 heaping teaspoon chicken bouillon, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cooking wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 2 teaspoons grated ginger, 1 tablespoon water, and 2 teaspoons oyster sauce.
What to look for: The mixture should be well combined and slightly sticky.
Watch out: Avoid overmixing to keep the pork tender.
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Step 2: Layer the bottom of a mini casserole dish with a portion of the ground pork mixture.
What to look for: Even coverage across the bottom of the dish.
Watch out: Make sure not to pack it too tightly; it should remain loose for steaming.
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Step 3: Add a layer of chopped cabbage on top of the pork mixture.
What to look for: Cabbage should be evenly distributed.
Watch out: Do not skip the cabbage; it adds moisture and flavor.
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Step 4: Place a double layer of wonton wraps over the cabbage.
What to look for: Wonton wraps should cover the cabbage completely.
Watch out: Ensure the wraps are not torn; otherwise, broth may leak out during steaming.
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Step 5: Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of wonton wraps on top.
What to look for: Layers should be visible and stacked neatly.
Watch out: Avoid overfilling the dish; leave space for broth.
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Step 6: Pour 1/3 cup of water over the top layer of wonton wraps.
What to look for: Water should evenly moisten the top layer.
Watch out: Do not add too much water; it can make the dish soggy.
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Step 7: Cover the casserole dish with a lid or foil and steam for 20 minutes.
What to look for: The wonton wraps should appear translucent and cooked through.
Watch out: Ensure the water is boiling before starting the timer.
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Step 8: Once cooked, remove from the steamer and top with garlic chili crunch to taste.
What to look for: The dish should be steaming and aromatic.
Watch out: Serve immediately while hot for the best flavor.
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