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Egg Roll Recipe

5 from 3 votes
  • Pork
  • Seafood
  • Side Dishes
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Servings 4 servings
Calories 248 kcal
Egg Roll vs.Spring Roll
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Using ingredients available in your fridge and a simple cooking method, our egg rolls recipe is effortless and can become one of your favorites. It’s just what you need for National Egg Roll Day (June 10).

What Are Egg Rolls?

Egg rolls are fried, savory rolls usually filled with pork, vegetables, and a few other staple Asian ingredients. The flour-based wrappers give the dish a crispy blanket and uniquely small bubbles on the surface once fried.

The very first egg rolls recipe was born back in the ‘30s in New York and inherited the quintessence of both Chinese and American gastronomies. As fascinating as their crunchiness is, these taste-saving treats truly carried out the cross-cultural flavors.

What Are Egg Rolls

With many similarities to Hong Kong’s traditional “spring rolls,” it was adapted to American culture by using local ingredients. Soon after, the invention became a widely popular appetizer.

As time passed, the original ingredients have been replaced with anything fresh, tasty, and well cooked. Nowadays, there are countless variants of egg rolls due to diners’ palates getting more and more distinctive.

Egg Rolls vs. Spring Rolls

The most significant difference between egg rolls and spring rolls, in fact, comes from their visual distinction. Egg rolls have a sturdier texture, with the dough made from flour and eggs. On the other hand, spring roll dough doesn’t contain egg, making them lighter than egg rolls once fried.

Speaking of filling, traditional recipe often combine pork sausage, cabbage, and other ingredients like carrots, taro, or mushrooms. When it comes to spring rolls, the filling varies greatly according to different regions and cooking methods.

There are fried and non-fried spring rolls. The deep-fried version calls for filling ingredients similar to those found in this recipe: meat and vegetables. Fresh spring rolls assemble cooked pork, noodles, and lettuce in Vietnamese transparent rice paper.

Despite their differences, egg rolls and spring rolls are both appetizing and have become a staple in American-Asian cuisine.

Egg Roll Ingredients

The combination of pork and vegetables in egg rolls creates a complex layer of texture and flavor. They are then seasoned with some traditional Asian spices, bringing out extraordinary taste in every bite.

  • Pork: Lean pork is most commonly used for this recipe, however, you can go for other choices like chicken, turkey, or seafood.
  • Vegetables: Cabbage is the most authentic flavor, but you may substitute with tons of different types, from carrots to onions or mushrooms.
  • Spices: Salt and ground pepper are the main flavor enhancers.
ingredients

Egg Roll Wraps

Egg rolls hit a homerun with their crispness. You don’t need to be superbly clever to make some crunchy-munchy ones; it’s the wrapper that matters.

Nowadays, rice paper comes in multiple shapes from different brands. So, please note that the wrapper used for this recipe is a specific kind itself.

Pasta sheets, or spring roll/dim sum wrappers, are a wrong choice here. Anything doughy and bubbly will make your rolls soggy and mushy.

The wrapper for this recipe is an entirely different thing. It’s primarily made from wheat flour and green pea powder and is much lighter and thinner. Search for “rice paper” or “egg rolls rice wrapper” at any food store nearby to get started on the right foot.

How to Roll Egg Rolls

Rolling is not that tricky. See the following pictures for more details.

step 1

Gently remove one wrapper and set it in front of you. Rotate it a bit so you look at it in a diamond shape. Scoop a tablespoon of filling near the bottom of the corner nearest to you.

step 2

Lift the bottom and start rolling until it covers all the filling.

step 3

Fold over the left side and the right side one after another, towards the center. Continue rolling the egg roll until it is completely wrapped. Dab some egg wash on and underneath the envelope-looking fold to seal the egg roll.

step 4

Repeat until all the filling is done.

How to Make Homemade Egg Rolls

step 1: make the filling

Make the filling: In a medium bowl, mix together ground pork, shrimp, vegetables, egg yolk, and seasonings.

step 2: wrap the roll

Wrap the roll: Take a look at the above section for a visualization of this step. 

step 3: fry

Fry: Heat oil in a pot and gently slide the raw egg rolls in, seam-side down. Fry until they’re golden brown and crispy.

step 4: serve

Serve: Serve with some slices of tomato, cilantro, and lettuce for an appealing display.

Air Fryer Egg Rolls

Air fryers can be a great time-saver in this recipe. Simply brush your egg rolls with a light coating of olive oil before placing them in the air frying basket. This ensures your rolls will crisp up beautifully after baking.

Turn on your fryer and wait for a few minutes until your beloved dish reaches perfection— crispy on the outside and full of juicy flavor on the inside.

If you love this recipe, this Cheeseburger Egg Rolls Recipe is a more convenient version.

What to Serve With Egg Rolls

These signature Chinese rolls can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even part of the main dish for dinner.

What to Serve This Recipe

1. Lettuce

A typical way to eat these crispy rolls is to wrap them with green lettuce, herbs, and dipped in a special sauce (usually fish sauce or soy sauce). 

Other add-ins for this ideal combo include tomatoes, cucumbers, and avocado. These fresh elements not only help balance out the meaty flavor, but also give a great textural contrast.

2. Rice

You can turn egg rolls into a fulfilling dinner by serving them with cooked rice, a salad, or a hot vegetable soup.

If you would like to see more healthy eggs options, see our collection of healthy eggs recipes.

Egg Roll vs.Spring Roll

Egg Roll Recipe

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Egg rolls are a quintessential Chinese takeaway food that can be found in many restaurants and on Asian family tables.
Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Asian, Vietnamese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 248kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 4 oz ground pork
  • 2 oz raw shrimp peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 0.2 oz wood ear mushrooms chopped
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 oz carrots julienned
  • 2 oz taro julienned
  • 1 tbsp shallots chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic chopped
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground pepper
  • 1/8 tsp sugar
  • 8 spring roll wrapper sheets
  • 1 cup olive oil*
  • 1 oz lettuce
  • 2 oz tomatoes
  • 0.5 oz cilantro

Instructions
 

Make the filling:

  • In a medium bowl, mix ground pork, shrimp, carrots, taro, wood ear mushrooms, garlic, shallots, and egg yolk.
  • Add salt, sugar, and pepper and mix by hands until perfectly mingled.

Wrap the roll:

  • Gently remove one wrapper and set it in front of you. Rotate it a bit so you look at it in a diamond shape.
  • Scoop a tablespoon of filling near the bottom of the corner nearest to you. Lift the bottom and start rolling until it covers all the filling.
  • Fold over the left side and the right side one after another, towards the center. Continue rolling the egg roll until it is completely wrapped. Dab some egg wash on and underneath the envelope-looking fold to seal the egg roll.
  • Repeat until all the filling is done.

Fry:

  • Heat a cup of oil to 350°F (175°C) in a pot.
  • Gently slide the raw egg rolls in, seam-side down.
  • Fry each side for 2 minutes and keep turning occasionally until they’re golden brown and crispy (about 12 minutes).
  • Place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain the oil.

Serve:

  • Serve the rolls on a plate immediately while they’re still hot. Optionally, add some slices of tomato, cilantro, and lettuce for an appealing display.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Egg Roll Recipe
Amount Per Serving (1 serving)
Calories 248 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 89mg30%
Sodium 300mg13%
Potassium 292mg8%
Carbohydrates 22g7%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 1640IU33%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 25mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Homemade Egg Roll Recipe

FAQ

1. Calories

Each serving of our recipe, which is two rolls served with lettuce and tomatoes, yields 238 calories. They are tasty and light enough to be a starter for any lunch or dinner.

2. How Long Does It Last?

At room temperature, fried egg rolls can last for 2-3 hours, while the uncooked ones can stay no longer than 1 hour. In the fridge, the fried rolls can last for 3 days, and the raw counterparts for a week.

3. Can You Freeze This Recipe?

Yes, you can freeze both cooked and uncooked egg rolls.

Once cooked, let your rolls cool down completely (about 1 hour). Then, place them in a plastic bag and freeze.

Freezing uncooked egg rolls is a bit more challenging since they can stick together and end up like a ball of dough. To avoid this, layer your rolls with wax paper in between before transferring them into an airtight plastic bag or container. The last step is to keep them in the freezer.

With those freezing methods, both cooked and uncooked egg rolls can stay fresh up to 6 months in the freezer.

The thawing process isn’t necessary since you can take your frozen rolls out of the freezer and drop them in a pan of hot oil straight away. 

A small tip is to start frying them over low heat first. This ensures the meat filling will cook through nicely. Then, turn the heat up high for a couple of minutes until you get a golden, crispy texture on the outside.

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  1. Liz

    April 9, 2018 at 7:30 pm

    For a novice egg roll maker, you’ve made these perfectly! And your filling reminds me of what my mom used. My mouth is watering just thinking about these!!! Well done!

    Reply
    • Natalie Ellis

      April 10, 2018 at 2:08 am

      Thanks so much 🙂

      Reply
  2. Zerrin

    April 10, 2018 at 1:31 pm

    These rolls look just perfect! Your step by step pictures make it look really easy. The filling is a great combo of flavors.
    Never had wood ear mushrooms. Never even heard of it. Need to check it at the markets here.

    Reply
    • Natalie Ellis

      April 11, 2018 at 1:25 am

      Thanks so much!
      The mushrooms are amazing! You should try 🙂

      Reply
  3. Balvinder

    April 11, 2018 at 11:44 pm

    I love egg rolls but I have never made them. These look amazing!

    Reply
    • Natalie Ellis

      April 12, 2018 at 5:26 am

      It’s not difficult to make. Hope you give it a try 🙂

      Reply
  4. Alisa Fleming

    April 16, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    I’ve never thought to make egg rolls at home! Love that they use rice paper, since my husband doesn’t eat wheat. We’ll have to try these!

    Reply
    • Natalie Ellis

      April 16, 2018 at 3:50 pm

      I’m looking forword to hearing about what you think 🙂

      Reply
  5. Valentina

    April 18, 2018 at 5:23 am

    Oh how delicious! I didn’t know about all of the small differences between wrappers. I’ve only based which I get by shape in the past. Ha! Now I know.

    Reply
    • Natalie Ellis

      April 18, 2018 at 6:10 am

      Congrats xD

      Reply
  6. Denise Browning

    April 26, 2018 at 5:13 pm

    Something that would make my hubby quite happy. He loves Vietnamese food!

    Reply
    • Natalie Ellis

      May 2, 2018 at 3:21 am

      Glad to here that. So do I xD

      Reply
  7. All That I'm Eating

    January 16, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    These look and sound so good. It would be hard for me not to eat a whole plate of these!

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      April 25, 2020 at 6:04 am

      Welcome and thank you for stopping by our website! I’m a big fan of these vietnamese egg rolls, too. I totally understand why it’s so hard to stop eating too much of them :))

      Reply
  8. bonsi

    April 22, 2022 at 3:39 pm

    wow, these egg rolls look so delicious and yummy. I just love this recipe. thanks for sharing this amazing article and recipe.

    Reply
    • Luna Regina

      April 26, 2022 at 9:04 am

      You’re welcome Bonsi!

      Reply
Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN, LD
Recipe developed by Luna Regina on March 22, 2021 Nutritionally reviewed by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN, LD

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