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Dumpling Lasagna

Cultural Context

Dumpling Lasagna is a comforting dish that combines the essence of traditional lasagna with the ease of dumplings. Originating in American kitchens, it reflects the creative spirit of home cooks looking to simplify classic recipes. This dish has become popular for family gatherings and weeknight meals, showcasing layers of hearty flavors and textures that appeal to all ages.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3/4 pound ground pork
5 small shrimp (about 1/4 pound)
handful of finely shredded cabbage
1/4 cup green onions
2 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon grated ginger
1 tablespoon cooking wine (shaoxing wine)
2-3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon MSG (optional)
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch (or tapioca flour)
dumpling wrappers
napa cabbage

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese reduces fat while maintaining creaminess.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces calories while still melting well.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option, while pecorino is typically cheaper.

1

In a bowl, combine 3/4 pound of ground pork and 5 small shrimp, coarsely chopped.

2

Add a handful of finely shredded cabbage, 1/4 cup of chopped green onions, and 2 cloves of minced garlic.

3

Grate in 1/4 teaspoon of ginger.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of shaoxing wine, 2-3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of white pepper.

5

Mix in a pinch of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of MSG, and 1 teaspoon of oyster sauce if desired.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to tighten the mixture if needed.

7

To assemble, take a small amount of filling and place it in a vessel, then add a dumpling wrapper on top.

8

Layer with more filling, followed by a layer of napa cabbage, and repeat until finished.

9

Place the assembled dumplings in a pan with about an inch of water or in a steamer.

10

Steam until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

browninglayeringmixing

Equipment Needed

bowlsteamerpanramekins

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Dumpling CasseroleDumpling Bake

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