Description
Crispy Chinese Egg Rolls deliver a perfect balance of crunchy wrapper and savory filling, packed with classic Asian flavors. Delightful as an appetizer or snack, these rolls promise a delicious journey through traditional Chinese cuisine you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Seasonings and Sauces:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Wrappers and Cooking Ingredients:
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Peanut oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Chop cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions into uniform, fine pieces for consistent texture and even cooking.
- Mince fresh garlic and ginger to release their aromatic flavors and enhance the overall taste profile of the filling.
- Create a flavor base by combining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper, ensuring thorough coating of all vegetable ingredients.
- Position egg roll wrapper diagonally on a clean, dry surface to prepare for precise folding technique.
- Spoon filling mixture into the center of the wrapper, leaving slight margins around the edges for secure sealing.
- Execute a precise folding method: lift bottom corner over filling, tuck in side edges, and roll tightly towards the top corner.
- Use water or egg wash to seal the final edge, preventing the egg roll from unraveling during cooking.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or wok to 350°F, maintaining consistent temperature for optimal crispiness.
- Carefully lower egg rolls into hot oil, frying in small batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even golden-brown coloration.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes, rotating occasionally to achieve uniform crispness and deep amber color.
- Transfer fried egg rolls to paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and maintain crunchiness.
- Serve immediately with preferred dipping sauce, such as sweet chili or soy-based condiment.
Notes
- Customize your filling by adding protein like chopped shrimp, chicken, or tofu for extra nutrition and flavor variation.
- Control spice levels by adjusting ginger and garlic quantities to suit personal taste preferences.
- Ensure egg rolls stay crispy by maintaining consistent oil temperature and avoiding overcrowding during frying.
- Make vegetarian-friendly by replacing oyster sauce with mushroom-based sauce and skipping meat-based additions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg