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Lumpia Cups

Crispy, savory lumpia cups made with a flavorful meat filling, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Filipino
Keyword: Cups, Easy Recipe, Lumpia, Party Appetizer, Savory Snacks
Servings: 24 cups
Calories: 150kcal

Ingredients

For the Cups

  • 24 pieces square wonton wrappers Look in the refrigerated section near the tofu.
  • 1 pound ground pork or a mix of pork and beef Chicken works great too.
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium carrot, grated
  • 1 stalk celery, finely chopped (optional) Adds nice crunch.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon oyster sauce If you don’t have it, add a pinch of sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional) Adds fragrance.
  • 1 medium egg, lightly beaten To bind the filling.
  • to taste salt and pepper Seasoning.
  • as needed neutral oil For brushing the wrappers and greasing the muffin pan.

Instructions

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, onion, garlic, carrot, and celery.
  • Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and the beaten egg. Season with a little salt and pepper.
  • Mix gently with a spoon or your hands until everything is just combined. Don’t overmix.
  • Prepare the muffin tin by lightly greasing it.

Building the Cups

  • Press one wonton wrapper into each cup, ensuring it hugs the sides.
  • Brush the top edges with oil.
  • Spoon in about a tablespoon of filling per cup.
  • Optionally, for extra crunch, double-stack two wrappers in each cup.

Baking

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Bake for about 14 to 18 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • For an extra glossy finish, brush tops with oil halfway through baking.
  • Let the cups rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Serving

  • Serve warm with a variety of dipping sauces.

Notes

Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated unbaked for up to 12 hours. Freeze unbaked filled cups on a tray until solid, then store in a bag for later baking.