Indulge in the savory goodness of homemade Egg Rolls à la Paye. These golden and crispy appetizers are filled with a delicious mixture of ground pork, vegetables, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect for any occasion, these egg rolls are sure to be a hit. Serve them with a side of sweet and sour sauce for an irresistible combination. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 package egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten
Directions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces.
- Stir in shredded cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, minced garlic, and green onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the pork and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface, with one corner pointing towards you.
- Place about 1/4 cup of the pork and vegetable filling onto the center of the wrapper.
- Fold the corner pointing towards you over the filling, tucking it tightly.
- Fold the two side corners over the folded edge, creating an envelope shape.
- Brush the top corner with beaten egg to seal the egg roll.
- Roll the egg roll away from you, tightly sealing the edges as you go.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the egg rolls to the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove the cooked egg rolls from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the Egg Rolls à la Paye hot with a side of sweet and sour sauce.
- Enjoy this delicious appetizer!
Interesting Facts
Egg rolls are a popular appetizer in Chinese cuisine, but their origins can be traced back to the Vietnam War.
The name 'à la Paye' is inspired by the French phrase meaning 'in the style of Paye', a symbol of fusion cuisine.
Egg rolls are traditionally deep-fried, but they can also be baked for a healthier alternative.
Bean sprouts add a refreshing crunch to the filling, while oyster sauce gives it a rich umami flavor.