Easy, Crispy Golden Brown Egg Rolls

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Easy, Crispy Golden Brown Egg Rolls

🥢 Recipe Description

These Easy, Crispy Golden Brown Egg Rolls are crunchy on the outside and flavorful on the inside, filled with a savory mix of vegetables and protein. They’re perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or light meal. This recipe is beginner-friendly and delivers restaurant-style crispiness at home.

⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes

  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

  • Total Time: 35 minutes

🍽️ Servings

  • Makes: 12 egg rolls

  • Serving Size: 2 egg rolls per person

  • Serves: 6 people

🧾 Ingredients

Filling

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage or coleslaw mix

  • 1 medium carrot, grated

  • ½ cup bean sprouts (optional)

  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

  • 1 cup cooked ground chicken, pork, shrimp, or tofu

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Wrapping & Frying

  • 12 egg roll wrappers

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 2 tablespoons water (sealing slurry)

  • Vegetable oil for frying

  • 👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling
    Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  2. Cook the Vegetables & Protein
    Add cabbage, carrot, bean sprouts, and protein. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until vegetables soften but remain crisp.

  3. Season
    Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Remove from heat and let cool completely (important for crisp rolls).

  4. Wrap the Egg Rolls
    Place one wrapper on a flat surface like a diamond. Add 2–3 tablespoons of filling near the bottom corner.
    Fold bottom over filling, fold in sides, roll tightly, and seal the edge with cornstarch slurry.

  5. Fry
    Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry egg rolls in batches for 3–4 minutes, turning until golden brown and crispy.

  6. Drain & Serve
    Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauce.

📝 Notes

  • Cooling the filling prevents soggy egg rolls.

  • Do not overfill or wrappers may burst.

  • Keep wrapped rolls covered with a damp cloth before frying.

💡 Tips for Extra Crispiness

  • Fry at the correct temperature (too low = greasy).

  • Double-fry for extra crunch: fry once lightly, rest 2 minutes, fry again.

  • Air-fry option: spray lightly with oil, cook at 390°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. Per Egg Roll)

  • Calories: 140 kcal

  • Protein: 6 g

  • Carbohydrates: 14 g

  • Fat: 7 g

  • Fiber: 2 g

  • Sodium: 280 mg

(Values vary depending on filling and oil used)

🌱 Health Benefits

  • Provides protein for muscle support

  • Contains vegetables rich in fiber and antioxidants

  • Homemade version allows control over sodium and oil

  • Can be adapted for vegetarian, vegan, or low-fat diets

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I bake egg rolls instead of frying?
A: Yes! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping once, until golden.

Q: Can I freeze egg rolls?
A: Absolutely. Freeze uncooked rolls in a single layer, then store up to 3 months. Fry directly from frozen.

Q: What dipping sauces go well with egg rolls?
A: Sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or spicy mustard.

Q: How do I prevent egg rolls from bursting?
A: Avoid overfilling, roll tightly, and ensure edges are sealed well.

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