Lumpiang Shanghai Egg Roll Bowl with Ground Pork and Vegetables

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Deconstructed Filipino egg roll bowl featuring seasoned ground pork, sautéed vegetables, and crisp fried shallots. This filipino-inspired rice & grains ready in about 35 minutes pairs ground pork, medium carrot, finely diced, stalks green onions, sliced thin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Filipino cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 small thinly sliced yellow onion, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb ground pork to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula until browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 medium finely diced carrot, 2 cups shredded cabbage, 3 sliced green onions, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp fish sauce, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for another 4 minutes until vegetables soften but remain vibrant.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Quickly toss 4 cups steamed jasmine rice in the oil for 2 minutes to warm and lightly fry the grains.
  5. Step 5: To serve, spoon the pork and vegetable mixture over the warm garlic rice. Sprinkle 1/4 cup fried shallots on top for a crunchy garnish and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lumpiang Shanghai Egg Roll Bowl with Ground Pork and Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Lumpiang Shanghai Egg Roll Bowl with Ground Pork and Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Lumpiang Shanghai Egg Roll Bowl with Ground Pork and Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Lumpiang Shanghai Egg Roll Bowl with Ground Pork and Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Lumpiang Shanghai Egg Roll Bowl with Ground Pork and Vegetables?

Filipino rice & grains like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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