Chinese Hamburger Casserole

Dive into ultimate comfort food with this Chinese Hamburger Casserole, a fusion dish that transforms classic ground beef flavors into an Asian-inspired delight! Packed with savory ingredients like soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and grated ginger, this casserole is layered with hearty cooked white rice, colorful mixed vegetables, and the crunch of water chestnuts, all baked under a blanket of gooey melted mozzarella cheese. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy and family-friendly recipe combines the ease of a one-dish meal with bold, satisfying flavors. Garnished with fresh green onions, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Experience the perfect balance of flavors and textures in this creative twist on a casserole classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn)
• 1 can water chestnuts, sliced
• 2 cups white rice, cooked
• 3 green onions, sliced thinly
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sesame oil. Once hot, add the diced yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon while cooking.

Step 5

Drain any excess grease from the skillet. Then stir in the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and sliced water chestnuts. Cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to thaw and absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat. Gently mix in the cooked white rice until everything is evenly combined.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Chinese Hamburger Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1714.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2695.1

Total Fat 136.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.3g
Cholesterol 402.4mg	0%
Sodium 4614.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 236.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.4g	0%
Total Sugars 36.2g
Protein 124.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1093.5mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 3437.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.0%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 35.4%