The Viral Dumpling Lasagna

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Pork (lean, fresh)
• 2 cloves Garlic (peeled and grated)
• 2 stalks Green Onion (green parts only, chopped)
• 0.5 tsp White Pepper (ground)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Sesame Oil (toasted sesame oil)
• 1 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
• 1 tsp Rice Wine Vinegar (a splash)
• 0.5 tsp Chili Oil
• 0.5 tsp Chili Crisp
• 12 pieces Wonton Wrappers (frozen; thaw in microwave 30‑second bursts)
• 2 tbsp Chicken Broth (low‑sodium)
• 1 tsp Soy Sauce (for garnish) (optional drizzle)
• 1 tsp Sesame Oil (for garnish) (toasted, optional drizzle)
• 1 stalk Green Onion (for garnish) (chopped)
• 0.25 tsp Chili Crisp (for garnish) (tiny drizzle, optional)

Instructions

1. Prep aromatics

   Trim the white ends off the green onions, chop the green parts finely, and grate the garlic cloves directly into the mixing bowl.

   Time: PT10M

2. Season the pork

   Add the ground pork to the bowl with the chopped green onion and grated garlic. Sprinkle in white pepper, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, chili oil, and chili crisp. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is uniform.

   Time: PT5M

3. Soften wonton wrappers

   Place frozen wonton wrappers on a plate and microwave in 10‑second bursts, total about 30 seconds, until they are pliable but not melted. Quickly dip each wrapper in a shallow bowl of water before layering.

   Time: PT5M

4. Assemble the lasagna

   In a heat‑proof serving dish that fits your steamer, lay a layer of softened wonton wrappers on the bottom. Spread an even thin layer of the seasoned pork over the wrappers. Repeat the process—wrapper, pork, wrapper—until all pork is used, finishing with a wrapper on top.

   Time: PT10M

5. Add broth

   Drizzle the 2 tbsp of chicken broth evenly over the top layer. The broth will steam the dish from above.

   Time: PT2M

6. Steam the lasagna

   Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil, then place the steamer rack inside. Set the assembled dish on the rack, cover with the lid, and steam for 25 minutes. Check the water level occasionally and add a splash of boiling water if it gets low.

   Time: PT25M

   Temperature: 100°C

7. Garnish

   Remove the dish from the steamer. Drizzle a little soy sauce and toasted sesame oil over the top, sprinkle chopped green onion, and add a tiny drizzle of chili crisp for color and extra heat.

   Time: PT3M

8. Serve

   Let the lasagna rest for 2 minutes, then cut into squares and serve while hot.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

300

Protein

20 g

Carbohydrates

30 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

1 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Ground Pork: Ground Chicken, Ground Turkey, Ground Beef
• Instead of Garlic: Garlic paste, Minced garlic
• Instead of Green Onion: Chives, Scallions
• Instead of White Pepper: Black pepper
• Instead of Onion Powder: Finely minced onion
• Instead of Garlic Powder: Fresh garlic
• Instead of Sesame Oil: Peanut oil
• Instead of Low Sodium Soy Sauce: Regular soy sauce, Tamari
• Instead of Rice Wine Vinegar: Apple cider vinegar
• Instead of Chili Oil: Sriracha
• Instead of Chili Crisp: Crushed red pepper flakes with oil
• Instead of Wonton Wrappers: Egg roll wrappers
• Instead of Chicken Broth: Vegetable broth
• Instead of Green Onion (for garnish): Chives

Equipment Needed

• Mixing Bowl
• Knife
• Cutting Board
• Grater
• Small Bowl
• Spatula
• Microwave
• Steamer Pot with Rack
• Lid for Pot
• Serving Dish
• Tongs (optional)

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Chop green onion and grate garlic (Step 1)
• Mix pork with seasonings thoroughly (Step 2)
• Soften wonton wrappers without breaking (Step 3)
• Layer wrappers and pork evenly (Step 4)
• Steam for the full 25 minutes (Step 6)

Chef Tips from the Video

• Use a mix of 80% lean and 20% fat pork for juicier layers.
• Low‑sodium soy sauce lets you control the salt level better.
• For extra aroma, toast the sesame oil briefly before adding it to the pork mixture.
• If you like extra crunch, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on the garnish.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Unsteamed assembled lasagna can be frozen for up to 1 month; steam directly from frozen.

Room temperature: Do not leave at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare the seasoned pork mixture up to 24 hours ahead and keep refrigerated.
• Assemble the lasagna layers, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 12 hours before steaming.
• Freeze the unsteamed assembled dish for up to 1 month; steam from frozen, adding an extra 5 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions