Egg Rolls Recipe: Crispy and Savory
Classic Egg Rolls with crispy, savory flavor.
Ingredients
Egg Rolls:
- ½ lb ground pork
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup bean sprouts
- 2 green onions finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying
Dipping Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ½ tsp red chili flakes optional
- Optional: Green onions sesame seeds
- Suggested Pairings: Sweet chili sauce iced tea
Instructions
- Cook pork in oil for 5–7 min; drain fat.
- Add garlic, ginger, and vegetables; cook 3–4 min. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and slurry. Taste and adjust seasoning. Cool slightly.
- Place 2–3 tbsp filling on wrapper; fold and seal with water.
- Fry at 350°F for 3–4 min until golden. Drain.
- Mix dipping sauce ingredients.
- Serve on a white ceramic platter with green onions, sauce, and tea.
Notes
- Seal wrappers tightly to prevent bursting.
- Store unfried in fridge for 2 days or freeze for 2 months.
- Try a vegetarian or baked variation.
- Pair with plum sauce.