Best Egg Rolls Recipe

Here’s a delicious and straightforward egg rolls recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 1 pound ground pork (or chicken/shrimp)
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup bean sprouts
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Wrappers:

• 1 package egg roll wrappers (usually found in the refrigerated section of the grocery store)

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil, for frying

For Sealing:

• 1 egg, beaten

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:
   • In a large skillet or wok, cook the ground pork over medium-high heat until no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks.
   • Add garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
   • Add shredded cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions. Cook until vegetables are tender but still crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
2. Assemble the Egg Rolls:
   • Lay one egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface, with one corner pointing towards you (so it looks like a diamond).
   • Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of the wrapper.
   • Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll up tightly.
   • Brush the top corner with the beaten egg to seal the roll. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
3. Fry the Egg Rolls:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
   • Fry egg rolls in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-5 minutes.
   • Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
4. Serve:
   • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce (sweet and sour, soy sauce, or spicy mustard).

Tips:

• Ensure the filling is not too wet; otherwise, it might make the wrappers soggy.
• You can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
• Keep the egg roll wrappers covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out while assembling.
• For a healthier version, you can bake the egg rolls at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, flipping them halfway through.

Enjoy your homemade egg rolls!