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Crispy Homemade Egg Rolls

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Learn to make classic Chinese-American takeout-style egg rolls at home. This recipe guides you through filling, wrapping, and frying for a perfectly golden and crunchy appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 egg roll wrappers
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing towards you.
  3. Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling near the bottom corner of the wrapper.
  4. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling.
  5. Fold in the left and right sides towards the center.
  6. Moisten the top corner with a little water and roll the egg roll up tightly to seal.
  7. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
  8. Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or wok to 350°F (175°C).
  9. Carefully fry 3-4 egg rolls at a time, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot.
  10. Fry for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
  11. Remove egg rolls with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  12. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the pork with finely chopped firm tofu or a mix of mushrooms and vegetables.
  • Ensure your oil is at the correct temperature for crispy, not greasy, egg rolls.
  • You can prepare the filling ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to assemble.
  • These egg rolls are a great party finger food.

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