Dumpling Lasagna Bake Pork (Print Version)

A comforting layered casserole featuring savory pork, tender cabbage, dumpling wrappers, and melted cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pork Filling

01 - 1 pound ground pork
02 - 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 3 green onions, finely chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
06 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
07 - 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
08 - 1 teaspoon sugar
09 - ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
10 - 1 cup shredded carrots
11 - 2 cups napa cabbage, finely chopped

→ Sauce

12 - 1 cup chicken broth
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
15 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
17 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

→ Assembly

18 - 24 to 30 round dumpling wrappers
19 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
20 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
21 - 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ginger, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, sugar, white pepper, carrots, and napa cabbage. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
03 - In a saucepan, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and chili garlic sauce. Bring mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until slightly thickened, approximately 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
04 - Spread a thin layer of sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
05 - Arrange a single layer of dumpling wrappers to cover the bottom. Top with half of the pork mixture and drizzle with additional sauce.
06 - Add another layer of dumpling wrappers, followed by remaining pork mixture and additional sauce.
07 - Top with final layer of dumpling wrappers. Pour remaining sauce over top. Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese and sesame seeds.
08 - Cover baking dish with aluminum foil and place in preheated oven. Bake for 25 minutes.
09 - Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
10 - Remove from oven and allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Captures the delicious flavor of dumplings without the time-consuming process of individual folding.
  • The combination of chewy wrappers and melted mozzarella creates an irresistible texture.
  • A hearty, family-style meal that puts a creative twist on weeknight dinner.
02 -
  • Check your oyster sauce and hoisin labels for allergens like wheat or shellfish if cooking for guests with sensitivities.
  • If store-bought wrappers are very dry, lightly brush the edges with water during assembly to help them meld.
  • For the best cheese pull, use freshly shredded mozzarella rather than pre-shredded bags.
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