Crispy Golden Chinese Pork Egg Rolls Recipe

Chinese Egg Rolls Recipe 🥟

Overview:

Chinese Egg Rolls are a delightful combination of ground pork, crunchy vegetables, and savory sauces all wrapped up in a crispy, golden-brown shell. This recipe yields 12-14 egg rolls, perfect for sharing with family and friends. With a prep time of 1 hour and a total time of 1 hour 15 minutes, these egg rolls are a fantastic addition to any Asian-inspired meal or as a standalone treat.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

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   • Hint: Put egg roll wrappers in the freezer the night before, then thaw about 1 hour before using. This helps them separate more easily.
   • Brown the ground pork with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce in a wok, drain, remove from the wok, and set aside.

2. Stir-fry Vegetables:

   • Add a splash of peanut oil to the wok and stir-fry the shredded Napa cabbage, diced bamboo shoots, chopped scallions, and mung bean sprouts until they are slightly wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

3. Combine Pork and Vegetables:

   • Once the vegetables are cooked, add the browned ground pork back into the wok.

4. Prepare Sauce:

   • In a separate bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce, 2 teaspoons of cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon of chili paste.
   • Add this sauce mixture to the meat-vegetable mix in the wok and stir until the mixture becomes thick and sticky, with minimal moisture.
   • Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.

5. Roll the Egg Rolls:

   • Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean, flat surface with one corner pointing towards you.
   • Place about 1/3 cup of the meat-vegetable mixture in the center of the wrapper.
   • Fold the lower corner of the wrapper over the filling, then tuck it under the filling, squeezing out as much air as possible.
   • Brush the exposed edges of the wrapper with beaten egg wash.
   • Fold the side corners of the wrapper over the egg roll.
   • Continue rolling the egg roll towards the upper corner, again squeezing out any excess air.

6. Fry the Egg Rolls:

   • Heat peanut oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 375°F (190°C).
   • Carefully add the egg rolls a few at a time, frying until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
   • Remove the egg rolls from the oil and drain them on paper towels.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once all the egg rolls are cooked, serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauces.

Dipping Sauce Ideas:

• Catsup-Horseradish:

  • Mix 1/4 cup of catsup with 1 tablespoon of prepared horseradish.

• Soy Sauce/Hoisin:

  • Combine 3 tablespoons of soy sauce with 1 1/2 teaspoons of hoisin sauce.

• Catsup/Hot Mustard:

  • Place equal amounts of catsup and hot mustard side-by-side, but do not mix.

• Sweet and Sour Sauce:

  • Use your favorite commercially available sweet and sour sauce.

• Plum Sauce:

  • Another option is to serve with commercially available plum sauce.

• Teriyaki Sauce:

  • Enjoy with a drizzle of your favorite commercially available teriyaki sauce.

These Chinese Egg Rolls are sure to be a hit at your next gathering! 🎉 The combination of flavors and textures, from the juicy ground pork to the crisp vegetables, all wrapped up in a crunchy shell, will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a party, preparing a weeknight dinner, or simply craving a delicious snack, these egg rolls are a perfect choice. Enjoy! 🥢