Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna – The Internet-Famous Fusion Comfort Dish
Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna is a fusion of dumplings and lasagna.It uses dumpling wrappers instead of pasta sheets.Seasoned pork and rich sauce create bold, savory layers.Easy, trendy, and comforting, it’s perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 300 g ground pork
- 1 pack dumpling wrappers
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth or light stock
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix ground pork with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and green onions.
- Spread a thin layer of chicken broth at the bottom of the baking dish.
- Place a layer of dumpling wrappers evenly over the base.
- Add a layer of seasoned pork, then small dollops of ricotta and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers until ingredients are used, finishing with mozzarella on top.
- Drizzle chili oil on top if using.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Notes
- Dumpling wrappers soften beautifully and mimic pasta layers.
- Avoid overfilling with pork to ensure even cooking.
- Chicken or shrimp can replace pork if desired.
- Letting the dish rest helps it set properly.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to control saltiness.