How to Make an Egg Roll

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!