Steamed Lumpia Rolls with Ground Pork and Vegetables

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

Filipino-style steamed spring rolls filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, carrots, and green beans, served with a tangy vinegar dipping sauce. This filipino ready in about 45 minutes pairs ground pork, carrot, finely chopped, green beans, finely chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 6, 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: 25 min Cook: 20 min Serves 6 Filipino cuisine 200 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1/2 cup green beans, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
20 sheets spring roll wrappers
for sealing wrappers water
1/2 cup white vinegar
1 tbsp sugar
1/4 tsp red chili flakes
1 clove crushed garlic

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 finely chopped small onion, sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
Step 2: Add 1 lb ground pork and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Step 3: Stir in 1 medium finely chopped carrot and 1/2 cup finely chopped green beans, cooking for 3 more minutes until vegetables soften.
Step 4: Season mixture with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 5: Place one spring roll wrapper on a flat surface, spoon 2 tbsp filling near one edge. Roll tightly, folding edges in, sealing with a little water.
Step 6: Repeat until all filling and wrappers are used.
Step 7: Arrange rolls in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper. Steam over boiling water for 15 minutes until wrappers are translucent and filling is hot.
Step 8: For dipping sauce, combine 1/2 cup white vinegar, 1 tbsp sugar, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 1 crushed garlic clove in a small bowl. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Step 9: Serve steamed lumpia hot with vinegar dipping sauce on the side.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Steamed Lumpia Rolls with Ground Pork and Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (25 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 Steamed Lumpia Rolls 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 Steamed Lumpia Rolls 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 Steamed Lumpia Rolls with Ground Pork and Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Steamed Lumpia Rolls with Ground Pork and Vegetables?

Filipino filipino 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.