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egg roll recipe - Close up of golden brown crispy egg rolls on a platter with dipping sauce

The Ultimate Crispy Pork Egg Rolls

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A foolproof egg roll recipe featuring a savory pork and cabbage filling wrapped in a perfectly crispy, golden-brown shell.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 egg rolls 1x

Ingredients

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1 lb ground pork
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
1 cup shredded carrots
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
12 egg roll wrappers
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (for sealing)
Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the ground pork, cooking until browned and crumbled.
Step 2: Stir in the minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Add the shredded cabbage and carrots to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly wilted but still have some texture.
Step 4: Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Remove from heat and transfer the mixture to a colander to drain any excess liquid and cool completely.
Step 5: Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond orientation. Place 2 tablespoons of the cooled filling in the center.
Step 6: Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, fold in the side corners, and roll tightly toward the top corner. Seal the edge with the cornstarch slurry.
Step 7: Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
Step 8: Fry the egg rolls in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a wire rack and serve hot.

Notes

Ensure the filling is completely cool before wrapping to prevent the wrappers from becoming soggy.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
  • Cuisine: American-Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg roll
  • Calories: 185 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg