Cheesy Pineapple-Chicken Lumpiang Shanghai

A holiday favorite and certified crowd-pleaser, this Cheesy Pineapple-Chicken Lumpiang Shanghai combines chicken and cheese with DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits for a savory-sweet bite. It pairs perfectly with a zesty dipping sauce made of DEL MONTE Original Blend Ketchup, making it a sure win for any gathering.

Recipe Details

Category Chicken

Servings 10

Cooking Time 1 hour & 10 minutes

Preparation Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup red onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup carrot, chopped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 500 g ground chicken
  • 1 cup processed cheese, grated
  • 1 pc egg, beaten
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 3 pouches DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits (115 g), drained; reserve syrup
  • 32 pcs medium lumpia wrappers
  • 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour, mixed with 3 Tbsp water to make a paste
  • Oil, for frying
  • 2 Tbsp white sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup DEL MONTE Original Blend Ketchup (320 g)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Reserved pineapple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch, dissolved in 1 Tbsp water

Sauces

Cooking Tools Needed

Chopping Board , Measuring Cups , Pan , Strainer , Food Processor , Measuring Spoons , Pot , Tongs , Knife , Mixing Bowl , Rubber Spatula

Cooking Skills Needed

Boiling , Simmering , Frying , Slicing , Mixing

Directions

  1. 1.

    Combine the red onion, carrot, celery, garlic, ground chicken, cheese, and egg. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are well distributed and evenly seasoned. (120 sec)

  2. 2.

    Add the drained DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits and mix well. (60 sec)

  3. 3.

    Place a heaping tablespoon of filling in each lumpia wrapper. Roll and seal with a little flour paste along the edges of the wrapper. (1800 sec)

  4. 4.

    Fry the lumpiang Shanghai in oil and drain well. (1800 sec)

  5. 5.

    Prepare the sauce by combining the sugar, water, DEL MONTE Original Blend Ketchup, salt, and reserved pineapple syrup in a pot. Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute. Thicken with the cornstarch slurry and cook until thick and shiny. Serve with the lumpiang Shanghai. (120 sec)

Lusog Notes

This crunchy dish is a good source of calcium to help build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

Chef's Tips

Drain the DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits well for a crisp, non-soggy lumpia. Before assembling, cook a tablespoon of the filling to test and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

Recipe Reviews

  • Perfect for when you're craving something fancy but want to save money. The kids absolutely cleared their plates. Thank you for this quick and easy recipe! J. Dela Cruz

Best Paired With

DEL MONTE Melon Cucumber Juice Drink

DEL MONTE Melon Cucumber Juice Drink

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Recipe Details

Category Chicken

Servings 10

Cooking Time 1 hour & 10 minutes

Preparation Time 15 minutes

Lusog Notes

This crunchy dish is a good source of calcium to help build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

Chef's Tips

Drain the DEL MONTE Pineapple Tidbits well for a crisp, non-soggy lumpia. Before assembling, cook a tablespoon of the filling to test and adjust the seasoning to your taste.

Recipe Reviews

  • Perfect for when you're craving something fancy but want to save money. The kids absolutely cleared their plates. Thank you for this quick and easy recipe! J. Dela Cruz

Best Paired With

DEL MONTE Melon Cucumber Juice Drink

DEL MONTE Melon Cucumber Juice Drink

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