Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna

By Snejana Andreeva

on Dec 12, 2025

4.75 from 4 reviews
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Ever thought about combining shrimp 🍤 dumplings and lasagna? You won’t be able to get it out of your mind now! This Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna 🥟🍝 layers juicy shrimp and tender dumpling wrappers into a steamy, savory dish you make right in a cute little ramekin. All you have to do is chop a few things, layer them, add some water, and suddenly you’ve created the taste of dumplings but faster than a food delivery app can load📱. This is perfect for solo dinners, quick lunches, or just when want you want something dumpling-adjacent without dumpling effort 😅. Drizzle on chili oil 🌶️, sprinkle over green onions, and tell me you’re not impressed.

Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna, A white bowl filled with dumplings topped with chili oil and chopped green onions, placed on a wooden surface.

Key Takeaways

  • Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna combines the flavors of dumplings in an easy, layered format.
  • This recipe uses round dumpling wrappers to deliver a dish that is quick, customizable, and avoids the hassle of traditional dumpling prep.
  • You can substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos and add various toppings for personalization.
  • Serve with extra chili oil or soy sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.

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Why You’ll Love Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna

This is ultimate comfort food without the painstaking work and time. In about 15 minutes, you get something warm, savory, and so satisfying without the folding, sealing, or overall commitment 🥟😅. Should our therapist be concerned? The shrimp stays juicy, the ginger and garlic melt right into the layers, and the dumpling wrappers turn soft and silky as they steam together. It’s quick, clever, and endlessly customizable, whether you finish it with chili oil 🌶️, extra soy sauce, or a handful of green onions 🌿. Even better, this is made in a single ramekin (or mug!), which means fewer dishes ✨.

Ingredients

🍤 Shrimp: Raw, peeled, and deveined shrimp, finely chopped by hand so you get a juicy, dumpling-style texture instead of a smooth paste.

🧄 Garlic: Fresh garlic adds savory depth and brings out the natural sweetness of the shrimp without stealing the spotlight.

🫚 Ginger: This is what gives the filling that cozy, familiar dumpling flavor. Fresh is best, but use what you have.

✨ Cornstarch: A small amount goes a long way here, gently binding the shrimp so the layers stay juicy and tender as they steam.

🌶️ Black Pepper: Adds a soft bit of warmth to the filling.

🥄 Sesame Oil: Think of sesame oil as a finishing oil for the filling; it adds richness and that unmistakable toasted aroma.

🫙 Soy Sauce: Salty, savory, and essential for building depth and umami in such a simple ingredient list. The soy sauce can also be replaced with coconut aminos.

🥟 Dumpling Wrappers: These dumpling wrappers take the place of lasagna sheets, softening into layers that hold everything together.

💧 Water: This is what creates the steam and turns the whole thing into a tender, dumpling-like dish.

Nonna’s Tip 🍤

Pat the shrimp very dry before chopping. Dry shrimp keeps the filling juicy instead of watery.

Close-up of steamed dumplings in a white bowl, topped with chili oil and garnished with chopped green onions, on a wooden surface.

Variations and Substitutions for Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna

  1. Tamari or coconut aminos can replace soy sauce if that’s what you have on hand.
  2. Add a little heat 🌶️ directly into the filling with chili crisp or chili oil.
  3. Finish with cilantro, chives, or even crispy shallots instead of green onions 🌿 if that’s more your vibe.
  4. If you don’t have fresh ginger 🫚, a small pinch of ground ginger can work, though fresh gives the best flavor.
  5. Swap the shrimp 🍤 for finely chopped scallops or a mix of shrimp and scallops if you want something a little richer.

Best Served With

  • Extra chili oil or soy sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling.
  • A simple Asian Cucumber Salad 🥒 or lightly sautéed bok choy 🥬 if you want something warm.
  • A small bowl of rice 🍚 to soak up any savory juices or a quick miso soup on the side 🍲.
  • For a full Asian-inspired meal, serve with Shrimp Fried Rice.

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Common Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

I don’t recommend fully cooking it in advance, since it’s best fresh. You can mix the shrimp filling a few hours ahead and keep it covered in the fridge until you’re ready to assemble and steam.

Can I use frozen shrimp?

Yes. Make sure the shrimp is fully thawed and patted very dry before chopping to keep the filling from turning watery.

What can I use instead of DUMPLING wrappers?

If you’re in a pinch, wonton wrappers could work.

Is this spicy?

Not on its own. The heat comes from the chili oil on top, so you can adjust that entirely to taste.

How do I know when it’s done?

The shrimp should be fully opaque and firm, and the dumpling wrappers should look translucent and tender rather than chalky or stiff.

5 from 4 reviews

Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna

Three white bowls of dumplings topped with chili oil and chopped green onions are arranged on a wooden surface. The dumplings have curled edges and are served in a light broth or sauce.
This Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna layers juicy shrimp with tender dumpling wrappers, all gently steamed in a ramekin for a dumpling-style dish that comes together fast.
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Makes: 4 ramekins
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 16 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 350 grams raw peeled and deveined shrimp, chopped fine
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • 1 ½ tablespoons green onion, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pinch salt, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • round dumpling wrappers
  • water, just enough to cover the top

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add the chopped shrimp with the rest of the ingredients.
    A glass bowl containing chopped shrimp, green onions, a heap of white flour, and seasoning, placed on a wooden surface in natural sunlight.
  • Mix until everything is well incorporated.
    A glass bowl filled with a rice and vegetable mixture sits on a wooden table. A spoon holding a portion of the mixture is raised above the bowl. Shelves with bread loaves are visible in the blurred background.
  • In a mug or ramekin, add a layer of the shrimp mixture followed by a dumpling wrapper, then 30 ml of water, then a dumpling wrapper to finish off.
    A white ramekin filled with chopped shrimp mixed with green herbs and seasonings sits on a wooden surface, illuminated by sunlight.
  • The top dumpling wrapper should be pressed down and submerged in the water too.
    A hand presses a sheet of dough into a small white ramekin on a wooden surface, shaping the dough to fit the dish.
  • Mine are layered in this order: shrimp, wrapper, shrimp, water, wrapper. I repeat this step for all of my ramekins.
  • Then, cover your pot with a lid and steam on the stove for 5-6 minutes on low heat.
    Three white ramekins filled with uncooked, wavy dough are arranged in a round black Staub pot with water, set on a wooden surface. Sunlight casts shadows on the pot and wood.
  • Add spicy chili oil and green onions and enjoy.
    Close-up of steamed dumplings in a white bowl, topped with chili oil and garnished with chopped green onions, on a wooden surface.

Nonna’s Notes

  • Be careful of the steam: When lifting the lid or removing the mug from the steamer, be careful. The steam is hot and sneaky, and it releases fast.
  • Don’t skip the water: That 30 milliliters of water is what creates the steam and keeps everything tender. Without it, the wrappers can turn chewy instead of silky.
  • Texture control: Hand-chopping the shrimp gives you a better bite than using a food processor, which can make the filling dense or pasty.
  • Finish strong: Chili oil, crisp chili flakes, and/or green onions take this from good to genuinely craveable.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Shrimp Dumpling Lasagna
Serving Size
 
1 ramekin
Amount per Serving
Calories
123
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.3
g
2
%
Trans Fat
 
0.01
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.5
g
Cholesterol
 
112
mg
37
%
Sodium
 
749
mg
33
%
Potassium
 
131
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
 
11
g
4
%
Fiber
 
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
 
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
 
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
 
183
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
59
mg
6
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

4.75 from 4 votes

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5 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Love these shrimp dumplings! So quick for weeknights when I want something delicious but don’t feel like cooking. 😅❤️

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  2. 4 stars
    Q: For steaming – neither recipe shows or indicates placing a top on the pot for the steaming step. Can you confirm if the pot should be covered? Many thanks.

    Both recipes look amazing – thanks for sharing!

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    1. Hi, Peg! I appreciate you bringing this to my attention. Yes, you should steam with the lid on. I’ve added this step to the instructions for both recipes. Thank you again, and enjoy ❤️!

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