An egg roll is a favorite snake worldwide and can be eaten at any time of the day. First appearing in Asian cuisine, their fame has spread as golden, crispy rolls filled with a savory mixture of vegetables and protein, working as appetizers for parties or even a satisfying meal.
This recipe takes you through the easy steps to make home egg rolls out of simple ingredients easily. Let's get moving!
Egg Roll Recipe Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cabbage.
- 1/2 cup grated carrots.
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken.
- 2 green onions.
- finely chopped 2 cloves garlic.
- minced 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
- 1 teaspoon ginger.
- Grated salt and pepper to taste.
- Egg roll wrappers.
- 1 egg or whatever you required.
- Vegetable oil (for frying).
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Filling:
- In a large skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and green onions.
- Cook until vegetables are slightly softened, for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken, if you're using any, add this.
- Stir in the soy sauce and cook for two more minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Remove from the heat and cool the filling.
2. Assemble the Egg Rolls:
- Set an egg roll wrapper on your work surface so that one of the corners faces you, like a diamond.
- Use 2-3 tablespoons of filling and place it in the middle of the wrapper. Then, fold the bottom corner up over the filling, pulling it snugly.
- Fold the left and right corners in towards the center, again snuggly.
- Roll the wrapper up toward the top corner, keeping the wrap tight and compact.
- Brush the top corner with the beaten egg to seal the roll.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
3. Fry the Egg Rolls:
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add a few egg rolls to the hot oil, ensuring not to crowd the skillet.
- Fry the egg rolls for 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the egg rolls and place them on paper towels to drain.
- Repeat with the remaining egg rolls.
4. Serve:
Serve the egg rolls hot, with your favorite dipping sauce like sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, or spicy mustard.
5. Tips and Variations:
Vegetarian Option:
Omit the meat and use more vegetables, like bell peppers, mushrooms, or bean sprouts, to make a vegetarian egg roll.
Baking Alternative:
For a healthier option, brush the assembled egg rolls with a bit of oil and bake them in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden and crispy.
Freezing:
Uncooked egg rolls can be frozen for later use. Put it in a single layer on the baking sheet to freeze, then transfer it into a freezer bag. After few minutes take to fry.
Nutritional Info (Approx., per serving):
- 150 Calories.
- 5g Protein.
- 20g Carbohydrates.
- 6g Fat.
- 2g Fiber.
Making egg rolls at home is easier than you'd think, and the final result is a tasty snack everyone loves. Follow these steps, and you'll enjoy crispy, flavorful egg rolls in no time!
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