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Crispy Homemade Egg Rolls (Oven Baked and Air Fryer Options)

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Make restaurant-style egg rolls at home with a crispy shell and a savory vegetable filling. This recipe includes instructions for baking and air frying for a lighter crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 12 egg roll wrappers
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground pork (or ground chicken/turkey)
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 4 green onions, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for sealing wrappers)
  • Cooking spray or oil for brushing/spraying

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up as you go. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the shredded cabbage, carrots, green onions, garlic, and ginger to the skillet. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  3. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more, then remove the filling from the heat and let it cool slightly.
  4. Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner pointing toward you. Brush the edges lightly with the beaten egg.
  5. Place about 1/4 cup of the cooled filling near the bottom corner. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold in the left and right corners toward the center.
  6. Roll the wrapper tightly upward until you reach the top corner. Moisten the final corner edge with a little more egg wash to seal the roll completely. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.
  7. For Oven Baking: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the egg rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray or brush the tops with oil. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  8. For Air Frying: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the egg rolls with oil. Cook in a single layer for 8 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
  9. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For freezer-friendly egg rolls, assemble them completely, place them on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
  • If you prefer a low-carb option, try making an Egg Roll in a Bowl using this filling mixture.
  • Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter protein option in your savory rolls.

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