These awesome egg rolls are a classic favorite that will surely satisfy your cravings. The crispy, golden-brown exterior wraps a flavorful filling made with ground pork, cabbage, carrots, and a combination of delicious seasonings. Serve these egg rolls as an appetizer or as part of your main course, and enjoy the perfect blend of textures and flavors. Follow this easy recipe to make your very own homemade awesome egg rolls that will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the cabbage, carrots, green onions, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ginger powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the ground pork and vegetables. Stir to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
- Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface, with one corner pointing towards you.
- Add about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the center of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling and tuck it in tightly. Fold the sides in and roll the wrapper up tightly. Dab some water on the top corner to seal the egg roll.
- Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- In a large deep skillet or pot, heat enough vegetable oil to reach a depth of about 2 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the egg rolls to the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the cooked egg rolls from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the awesome egg rolls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Interesting Facts
Egg rolls originated in China but became popular in the United States as a Chinese-American dish.
These crispy rolls are often served during Chinese New Year as a symbol of wealth and prosperity.
You can customize the filling by adding additional vegetables, such as mushrooms or bell peppers, or even shrimp or chicken.
Egg rolls can be baked instead of fried for a healthier alternative.