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The Best Crispy Homemade Egg Rolls (Better Than Takeout)

Three perfectly golden brown and crispy egg roll appetizers resting on a white plate.
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Learn how to make truly crispy homemade egg rolls with a flavorful filling that rivals any restaurant version. This recipe details how to achieve maximum crunch using deep frying or air frying methods.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrot
  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded napa cabbage
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onion
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 24 egg roll wrappers
  • Vegetable oil, for frying (or cooking spray for air fryer)
  • Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground pork and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain off any excess fat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shredded carrot, green cabbage, and napa cabbage to the skillet. Stir-fry until the vegetables are tender-crisp, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to combine the flavors. Remove from heat and stir in the green onion. Let the filling cool completely.
  5. Set up your rolling station: place the cooled filling, egg roll wrappers, and egg wash nearby.
  6. Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner pointing toward you (diamond shape). Brush the edges of the wrapper lightly with the egg wash.
  7. Place about 2 tablespoons of filling near the bottom corner. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold in the left and right corners toward the center.
  8. Roll the wrapper tightly upward toward the top corner. Moisten the final top corner with egg wash to seal the roll completely. Repeat with remaining filling and wrappers.
  9. For Deep Frying: Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place 3-4 egg rolls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 3 to 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a wire rack lined with paper towels.
  10. For Air Frying: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C). Lightly spray the assembled egg rolls with cooking spray or brush with oil. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
  11. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Cooling the filling completely prevents the wrappers from tearing during rolling.
  • For the best crunch when baking or air frying, lightly brush the outside of the rolls with oil or use cooking spray.
  • Use store-bought coleslaw mix for a quick vegetable base.

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