VIRAL PORK DUMPLING LASAGNA

By Snejana Andreeva

on Dec 12, 2025, Updated Jan 24, 2026

4.53 from 17 reviews
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Want to know my biggest culinary obsession? Taking traditional flavors from different cultures and smashing them together into something totally new and wildly delicious 😋. This Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna had my attention immediately 👀! It takes everything you love about juicy, slurp-worthy soup dumplings and turns it into a cozy, layered lasagna situation. I saw this recipe blowing up on TikTok and obviously had to see what’s up. Think of it as a deconstructed pork soup dumpling with way less effort, all the flavor, and a method so simple it feels almost sus 🤨. The result is a 5000/10, TMN approved, eat-it-multiple-times-a-week type meal, with 100% food fixation potential.

A small white ramekin filled with wide, wavy rice noodles topped with chili oil and herbs sits on a wooden surface, inspired by the flavors of VIRAL PORK DUMPLING LASAGNA. More ramekins with this dish appear in the background.

Key Takeaways

  • The Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna combines traditional flavors into a layered, cozy dish that mimics pork soup dumplings.
  • This recipe is low effort, packed with flavor, and requires no dumpling folding skills.
  • Use ground pork, soy sauce, garlic, and dumpling wrappers to create this savory meal.
  • Customize the dish with different meats, plant-based alternatives, or additional veggies for a veggie-loaded version.
  • Serve with fresh sides like Asian cucumber salad or shrimp spring rolls for a complete meal.

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Why You’ll Love Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna

If you love the taste of savory, garlicky, juicy dumplings 🥟, you will be head over heels for this Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna. No dumpling folding skills required 🙅‍♀️ – you get all the delicious pork dumpling flavor without any pinching or pleating. Just layer the ingredients, set a timer ⏲️ and you’ve pretty much mastered this recipe. From there, the magic happens. As it steams, the pork releases its juices into the layers, creating a broth that soaks into the wonton wrappers and makes every bite ridiculously flavorful. The wonton wrappers turn silky and tender, almost noodle like, while the pork stays fluffy and juicy. This recipe deserves all the hype! It’s low effort, packed with flavor, totally customizable, and perfectly portioned for an elite girl-dinner moment 😍!

Ingredients

🐖 Ground Pork: The protein base adds hearty texture while still feeling light and tender.

🤎 Soy Sauce: Provides deep umami notes for authentic Asian flavor.

🧄 Garlic: Brings boldness to every bite.

🫚 Ginger: Smells amazing and adds a sweet+savory hit of gentle spice.

🧅 Scallions: Fresh and bright, green onions help balance the richness of the dish.

🦪 Oyster Sauce: Adds savory depth and a slight sweetness for complexity.

🍶 Shaoxing Wine: This is totally optional, but I like using it to add a subtle, nutty flavor.

🪔 Sesame Oil: Elevates the dish with that signature toasty aroma.

🥟 Dumpling Wrappers: Creates layers of chewy texture that hold all the flavors together.

💧 Water: Helps steam the layers, keeping the pork juicy and the wrappers soft.

Nonna’s Tip 🥟

Lightly press down each layer as you build it. Gently packing the pork and dumpling wrapper layers removes air pockets, helps the liquid distribute evenly, and gives you cleaner, more cohesive layers once it’s steamed.

A hand holds a white ramekin filled with flat noodles topped with chili oil, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions. Three more similar noodle dishes are in the background on a wooden surface.

Variations and Substitutions for Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna

  1. Feel free to swap ground pork for ground turkey, beef, or chicken 🐔.
  2. Make these plant-based with your favorite meat alternative, mushrooms 🍄, or tofu instead of ground meat.
  3. Instead of dumpling wrappers 🥟, you can use wonton wrappers – which are slightly thinner – or even pieces of softened lasagna sheets for a creative twist.
  4. There are a couple of swaps for Shaoxing wine 🍷 in a pinch. Dry sherry is a 1:1 substitute that best mimics the flavor. However, you could also mix 1 tablespoon mirin with 1/2 tablespoon of rice vinegar for a balanced match.
  5. For a veggie loaded version, add in finely chopped cabbage 🥬, carrots 🥕, green onions 🧅, and mushrooms 🍄.
A white ramekin filled with chili oil dumplings, inspired by the VIRAL PORK DUMPLING LASAGNA trend, is garnished with sesame seeds and green onions on a wooden board. A dark spoon rests on the edge, with more dumplings in the background.

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Common Questions

What can I substitute for the Shaoxing wine?

Dry sherry is the closest match to Shaoxing wine in both flavor and aroma and can be swapped in the exact same amount. Mirin also works well, however, you’ll need to adjust the sweetness by mixing 1 tablespoon of mirin with ½ tablespoon rice vinegar.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can layer the ingredients in a ramekin up to 12 hours ahead and store in the refrigerator. Then, steam right before serving.

Can I freeze these?

These are best enjoyed fresh, however you can freeze assembled, uncooked ramekins for up to 1 month in a freezer bag. Steam them for an extra 8-10 minutes if cooking from frozen.

How do I know when they’re fully cooked?

The pork is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temp of 160F (71C). Additionally, the juices will run clear and the top dumpling layer will look glossy and set.

Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of pork?

Absolutely! You can swap the ground pork for any ground meat of choice. Additionally, you can even use mushrooms or tofu for a plant-based version.

5 from 17 reviews

Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna

A hand holds a white ramekin filled with flat noodles topped with chili oil, sesame seeds, and sliced green onions. Three more similar noodle dishes are in the background on a wooden surface.
If you love the taste of savory, garlicky, juicy dumplings, you will be head over heels for this Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna. No pinching or pleating required!
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Makes: 6 ramekins
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
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Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix the ground pork with the rest of the ingredients.
    A hand mixes ground meat with chopped green herbs and seasonings in a clear glass bowl on a wooden surface.
  • In a mug or ramekin, add a layer of the pork mixture followed by a dumpling wrapper, then another layer of pork mixture.
    A white bowl filled with a mixture of minced meat and herbs sits on a wooden surface, lit by natural sunlight.
  • Now, add 30 ml of water.
    A clear glass is pouring water into a white bowl filled with chopped raw meat and herbs, placed on a wooden surface.
  • Finally, add 1 dumpling wrapper on top to finish off. 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: pork, wrapper, pork, water, wrapper. I repeat this step for all of my ramekins.
  • Place ramekins in a large pot and add water halfway up the sides. Cover with a lid and steam for 15 minutes.
    Three white ramekins covered with dough sit in a black round baking dish filled with water, placed on a wooden surface.
  • Add spicy chili oil and enjoy!
    A white ramekin filled with steamed dumplings, garnished with chopped green onions and drizzled with chili oil, sits on a wooden surface.

Nonna’s Notes

  • Protein: Swap ground pork for turkey, beef, chicken, or use tofu/mushrooms for a plant-based twist.
  • Wrappers: Dumpling wrappers, wontons, or softened lasagna sheets work.
  • Shaoxing Wine: Dry sherry is a perfect 1:1 swap, or use 1 tbsp mirin + ½ tbsp rice vinegar.
  • Veggies: Add cabbage, carrots, green onions, mushrooms for extra flavor.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Viral Pork Dumpling Lasagna
Serving Size
 
1 ramekin
Amount per Serving
Calories
393
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
6
g
Cholesterol
 
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
769
mg
33
%
Potassium
 
257
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
45
g
15
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
0.2
g
0
%
Protein
 
18
g
36
%
Vitamin A
 
57
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
50
mg
5
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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

4.53 from 17 votes

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44 Comments

  2. 5 stars
    Flavor is spot on, I did use white pepper and added about 1 tablespoon of finely shredded carrot. Next time I will use a bit more water, there was not a lot of “soup” after I was done steaming it. I am considering using some finely sliced leek, and Bok Choy leaves next time, as this might add a different flavor profile, and adds a little liquid.

    A small white bowl of dumplings in broth, inspired by the VIRAL PORK DUMPLING LASAGNA trend, is topped with chili oil and sits on a wooden cutting board. A metal spoon coated with chili oil rests beside it on a granite countertop.

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    1. I am so happy you enjoyed these! They are so easy to customize to all your favorite flavors ❤️.

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  3. 5 stars
    Just made this recipe. I doubled the batch and froze half of it. Hopefully it freezes ok. Looks and smells amazing. I did add some carrots and water chestnuts – chopped for added texture.

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  4. 4 stars
    I just made them but haven’t tasted yet. They look and smell delicious but I’m wondering because it’s just myself how do I reheat these?

    Three small white ramekins filled with a light brown, wrinkled mixture, reminiscent of VIRAL PORK DUMPLING LASAGNA, are steaming inside a bamboo steamer basket on a stovetop. A green-handled tool and various kitchen items are visible in the background.

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  7. 4 stars
    I appreciate the clarity of your instructions; these came out very well for the first time through! I think with a little tweaking they will be even better. I made the pork layers a bit too thick, so the ratio of pork to wrapper was a little off. I also want to add a bit more flavoring to the pork (to me, it just needed a little bit more of everything) and maybe include some minced shrimp along with the pork. These are not complaints at all because I am super happy with the initial result and looking forward to tweaking to my taste.

    They definitely hit the mark when you’re craving dumplings and so much more economical than ordering out, especially when you’re feeding others, too.

    Thank you!

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    1. Thank you for sharing, Lynne! I love that you can make this recipe your own and it still turns out great. Enjoy tweaking it to your taste ❤️!

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