Description
Master the art of homemade egg rolls with this incredibly crispy and flavorful recipe, packed with savory pork and fresh vegetables. Forget takeout, this is the ultimate egg roll recipe!
Ingredients
1 lb ground pork
1 tbsp sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
4 cups shredded cabbage (about 1/2 medium head)
1 cup shredded carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp rice vinegar
1 package (15-18 count) egg roll wrappers
Water or 1 beaten egg (for sealing)
2-3 cups vegetable oil, for frying
Dipping sauce (e.g., sweet and sour, hot mustard), for serving
Instructions
Step 1: In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet with the pork. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in the shredded cabbage and carrots. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened but still retain a slight crispness.
Step 4: Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar. Mix well to combine everything. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and any excess liquid to evaporate. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
Step 5: Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean, dry surface with one corner pointing towards you (like a diamond). Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled filling just below the center of the wrapper.
Step 6: Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, tucking it in tightly.
Step 7: Fold in the left and right corners towards the center, creating an envelope shape.
Step 8: Roll the wrapper tightly from the bottom upwards. Before you reach the top corner, moisten the edges of that corner with a little water (or an egg wash) to seal it securely.
Step 9: In a large, deep pot or Dutch oven, heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Step 10: Carefully lower 3-4 egg rolls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Step 11: Remove the cooked egg rolls with a slotted spoon or tongs and place them on a wire rack set over a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
For best results, make sure your filling is completely cooled before wrapping to prevent soggy wrappers. Maintaining a consistent oil temperature is key for even cooking and crispiness. Do not overcrowd the pot when frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Tacos Wraps & Sandwiches
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg