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Ground Meat Roll with Stuffing PIn It!
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How to Cook Ground Meat Roll

Ground meat roll is a savory Filipino-inspired dish made with seasoned ground pork wrapped around a flavorful filling of cheese, relish, and spices, then baked or steamed until tender.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Pork Recipe
Cuisine: Filipino, Filipino/Western
Keyword: ground meat roll, ground pork recipe, pork recipe
Servings: 3 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Author: Manny

Ingredients

1st layer ingredients: (Combine the following and mix)

  • 1/2 kilo ground pork
  • 1 pc raw egg
  • 1 tsp. vetsin
  • 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. flour
  • 1 Tbsp. soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce

2nd layer ingredients: (Combine the following and mix)

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 1 pc onion finely chopped
  • 1 pc large bell pepper chopped finely
  • 1 pc carrot cooked, small cubes
  • 1 Tbsp. pickled relish
  • 2 Tbsp. bread crumbs
  • 1 tsp. MSG
  • 2 Tbsp. water

Instructions

How to Cook Ground Meat Roll:

  • Line a rectangular pan (6" x 14") with foil or wax paper. Spread the meat mixture (1st layer ingredients). Press and flatten evenly.
  • Spread second mixture on top of 1st mixture. Press tightly.
  • Then as in a jelly roll, roll up tightly and wrap in foil. Chill in a refrigerator for several hours or overnight.
  • Bake in a pre-heated oven, with 350 °F heat for 45 minutes or, steam-bake for 1 hour. You may serve whole or sliced thickly.
  • Make gravy out of the drippings. Thicken with 1 Tbsp dissolved cornstarch or flour.

Notes

Cooking Tips:

Chill Before Cooking

Chill the wrapped ground meat roll for several hours or overnight so the meat firms up and holds its shape better. This makes it easier to handle and helps prevent the filling from spilling out during cooking. Keep it refrigerated until you’re ready to bake or steam it.

Roll It Tightly

Spread the meat and stuffing evenly so the finished roll cooks consistently from end to end. Roll it firmly like a jelly roll, but avoid pressing so hard that the filling gets squeezed toward the edges. A snug roll helps the slices stay together when you cut them after cooking.

Check the Center

Cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of the roll and the heat of your oven or steamer. Use a food thermometer and check the thickest part to make sure the ground pork reaches 160°F for safe eating. Let the cooked roll rest for a few minutes before slicing so it stays moist and holds together better.