Description
These Perfectly Crispy Spring Rolls feature a savory ground chicken or pork filling mixed with fresh vegetables, wrapped in delicate spring roll wrappers and fried to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they make a delicious appetizer or snack served best with a sweet chili dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken or ground pork
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
Assembly Ingredients
- 15 spring roll wrappers
- 1 large egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 3 inches deep)
Instructions
- Cook the Filling: Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground meat, breaking it into small pieces, and cook for 4-5 minutes until no longer pink. Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and oyster sauce; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the meat is fully cooked and fragrant.
- Add the Vegetables: Mix in shredded green cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced green onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes until vegetables soften slightly but still retain some firmness to avoid sogginess. Transfer the filling to a container and refrigerate to cool.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a wok or deep skillet to a depth of 3 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 375°F (190°C), ideal for frying.
- Assemble the Spring Rolls: Place a spring roll wrapper flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cooled filling lengthwise along the center. Brush the edges of the wrapper with beaten egg, then fold the bottom edge up over the filling. Fold in the sides and roll tightly, sealing the edges securely with the egg wash. Repeat for all wrappers.
- Fry the Spring Rolls: Carefully add the spring rolls in batches to the hot oil. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the hot spring rolls immediately with sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce as a delightful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Make sure the filling is cooled before wrapping to prevent wrappers from tearing.
- Do not overfill the wrappers to maintain crispiness and prevent bursting during frying.
- Maintain the oil temperature at 375°F for even frying and optimal crispness.
- Leftover spring rolls can be refrigerated and reheated in an oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
