Description
Egg rolls, whether fried or baked, are delightful bites filled with savory goodness and a satisfying crunch. Perfect for any occasion, these easily customizable treats bring restaurant-quality flavors right to your kitchen. With a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can impress friends and family with your culinary skills. Dive into this delicious recipe that guarantees joy in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup ground pork (or chicken)
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Oil for frying or baking
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork until browned. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add vegetables: Stir in cabbage and carrots; cook until tender yet crunchy (approximately 5 minutes).
- Season the filling: Mix in green onions, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Allow it to cool slightly.
- Roll the egg rolls: Place a wrapper on a flat surface with one corner facing you. Add two tablespoons of filling in the center, fold up the bottom corner, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Cook: For frying, heat oil in a deep pan and fry until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side). For baking, preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), place on greased baking sheet, brush with oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg