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Crispy Homemade Pork Egg Rolls

A plate of golden brown, crispy egg rolls, one cut in half to show the savory filling, with a small bowl of dipping sauce.
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Make crispy, savory pork and cabbage egg rolls at home, just like your favorite Chinese takeout spot. This recipe includes a simple dipping sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups shredded coleslaw mix (about 8 ounces)
  • 8–10 egg roll wrappers
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for sealing)
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • For the Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Add the shredded coleslaw mix to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is slightly softened but still has some crispness, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
  4. To assemble the egg rolls, lay an egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface with one corner pointing towards you.
  5. Place about 1/4 cup of the filling near the bottom corner.
  6. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold in the left and right sides towards the center.
  7. Moisten the top corner with the beaten egg. Roll the egg roll up tightly towards the top corner, sealing it closed. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for the dipping sauce. Set aside.
  9. Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Carefully fry the egg rolls in batches, without overcrowding the pot, for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  11. Remove the egg rolls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  12. Serve hot with the prepared dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispy egg rolls, ensure your filling is not too wet.
  • You can bake the egg rolls at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, for a lighter option, though they will not be as crispy as fried.
  • This recipe is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.

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Find it online: https://kitchenslang.com/crispy-egg-rolls-recipe/