Best 8 Easy Egg Rolls Two Cooking Methods Recipes

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**Egg rolls**, a classic appetizer or main course, are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Originating from China, these savory rolls are made with a thin wheat wrapper that is filled with a variety of ingredients, including vegetables, meat, and cheese. Egg rolls are typically deep-fried until golden brown and crispy, but they can also be baked for a healthier option. This article provides two cooking methods for egg rolls: the traditional deep-frying method and a healthier baking method. Both methods result in a crispy, flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone. Choose your preferred cooking method and enjoy these delightful egg rolls as an appetizer, main course, or party snack!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY EGG ROLL RECIPE



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Looking for a go-to egg roll recipe? This Easy Egg Roll Recipe is simple and will rival the egg rolls from your local take out restaurant.

Provided by Deborah Harroun

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground pork
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 quart vegetable oil, for frying
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon water
3 cups coleslaw mix
12 egg roll wrappers

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the pork, breaking it up as it cooks. When it is halfway cooked, sprinkle the ground ginger and garlic powder over the pork and stir to coat the meat evenly. Continue to cook until the pork is no longer pink. Set aside.
  • In another large heavy pot, heat oil to 375ºF or medium high heat. While the oil is heating, combine the flour and water in a bowl until they form a paste. In a separate bowl, combine the coleslaw mix and reserved pork mixture. Mix it all together.
  • Lay out one egg roll skin with a corner pointed toward you. Place about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the pork mixture on the egg roll paper and fold the corner up over the mixture. Fold left and right corners toward the center and continue to roll. Brush a bit of the flour paste on the final corner to help seal the egg roll.
  • Place the egg rolls into the heated oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels or a rack.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 egg roll, Calories 271 calories, Sugar 3 g, Sodium 427 mg, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, Cholesterol 33 mg

BEST EGG ROLLS



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These are fabulous as a side dish with stir-fry dishes. Serve warm with egg roll sauce or soy sauce if desired.

Provided by Angela Hamilton

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls     Egg Roll Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground pork
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 quart peanut oil for frying
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons water
2 cups shredded cabbage
2 ounces shredded carrots
8 (7 inch square) egg roll wrappers
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Season pork with ginger and garlic powder and mix thoroughly. Heat mixture in a medium skillet, stirring, until pork is cooked through and no longer pink. Set aside.
  • In another large skillet heat oil to about 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) or medium high heat. While oil is heating, combine flour and water in a bowl until they form a paste. In a separate bowl combine the cabbage, carrots and reserved pork mixture. Mix all together.
  • Lay out one egg roll skin with a corner pointed toward you. Place about a 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the cabbage, carrot and pork mixture on egg roll paper and fold corner up over the mixture. Fold left and right corners toward the center and continue to roll. Brush a bit of the flour paste on the final corner to help seal the egg roll.
  • Place egg rolls into heated oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels or rack. Put on serving plate and top with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.6 g, Cholesterol 39.7 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 14.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 220.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

EASY EGG ROLLS



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I've always loved egg rolls, but every recipe I saw seemed too complicated. So I decided to start with a packaged coleslaw mix. Now I can make these yummy treats at a moment's notice.-Samantha Dunn, Leesville, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 40 egg rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Onion powder to taste
40 egg roll wrappers
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Place a heaping tablespoonful of beef mixture in the center of one egg roll wrapper. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Fold bottom corner over filling. Fold sides toward center over filling. , In a small bowl, combine flour and enough water to make a paste. Moisten top corner with paste; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat. In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry egg rolls for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY EGG ROLLS (TWO COOKING METHODS)



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I'm always looking for something different and fun. A good recipe to use up leftover meats, too. Adapted from Southern Living, but added a baking method to reduce calories and make healthier. The fried method is so much tastier, but the baking method is a good pinch hitter for those counting calories...which I am. ;-) See this complimentary dipping sauce...Recipe #412580

Provided by gailanng

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 16-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package shredded coleslaw mix
1 cup chopped cooked meat, poultry or 1 cup shrimp
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon seasoned pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) package egg roll wraps
vegetable oil (for frying) or cooking spray, for optional baking method

Steps:

  • Stir together the first 6 ingredients.
  • Brush water around outer edge of each egg roll wrapper. Spoon 1/3 cup filling in center of each egg roll wrapper. Fold bottom corner over filling, tucking tip of corner under filling; fold left and right corners over filling. Tightly roll filled end toward remaining corner; gently pressing to seal.
  • Frying Method: Pour oil to depth of 3 inches in a dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees. Fry egg rolls in batches 3-4 minutes or until golden brown; drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
  • Baking Method: Preheat oven 425 degrees. Spray each roll, front and back, with cooking spray or lightly brush with a pastry brush vegetable oil. Bake for 10-14 minutes turning about halfway through until lightly browned. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.7, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 240.1, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1, Protein 3.2

COPYCAT TAKEOUT EGG ROLLS



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Egg rolls are the quintessential Chinese takeout food. Here's our family's restaurant recipe-a 100% accurate, easy-to-follow egg roll recipe to make at home!

Provided by Bill

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 cups savoy cabbage ((shredded))
8 cups green cabbage ((shredded))
2 cups carrot ((shredded))
2 cups celery ((shredded))
3 scallions ((chopped))
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil ((plus more, for frying))
1/4 teaspoon five spice powder ((optional))
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3 cups roast pork
2 cups cooked shrimp ((chopped, optional))
1 package egg roll wrappers ((about 24 pieces))
1 egg ((beaten))

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Put the cabbage, carrots, and celery into the boiling water and cook for about 2 minutes. Transfer the veggies to an ice bath and drain. Thoroughly squeeze out all the excess water from the vegetables (you can put the drained veggies in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out the water). This is a very important step because if the filling is too wet, you will have a wet filling and soggy egg rolls!
  • Once dry, transfer the veggies to a large mixing bowl. Add the scallions, salt, sugar, sesame oil, 2 tablespoons oil, five spice powder (if using), white pepper, roast pork, and cooked shrimp (if using). Toss everything together. The filling is ready to be wrapped!
  • To wrap the egg rolls, take a small fistful of filling, squeeze it a little in your hand until it is compressed together, and place it on the wrapper. The wrapping method is similar to that of a burrito. Just add a thin layer of egg to make sure it stays sealed. Line them up on a lightly floured surface, and continue assembling until you run out of ingredients.
  • In a small pot, heat oil to 325 degrees. You don't need too much-just enough to submerge the egg rolls. Carefully place a couple egg rolls into the oil, and fry them for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Keep them moving in the oil to make sure they fry evenly.
  • Cool slightly and serve! Freeze leftovers in freezer bags and reheat them in the oven at 350 degrees, until crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 582 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EFFORTLESS EGG ROLLS



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Egg rolls are so easy with this recipe, you'll wonder why you haven't been making them all along! Look for a good dipping sauce in the Asian aisle at your supermarket. -Angel Randol, Apple Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 10 egg rolls.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 pound bulk pork sausage
2-1/2 cups frozen stir-fry vegetable blend, thawed and chopped
1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce
10 egg roll wrappers
Oil for frying

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and vegetables over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in teriyaki sauce., Place 3 tablespoons of sausage mixture in the center of one egg roll wrapper. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Fold bottom corner over filling. Fold sides toward center over filling. Moisten remaining corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat. , In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry egg rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 14g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY EGG ROLLS



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Still on an egg roll kick. These egg rolls can be baked instead of fried if desired. Just brush them with oil, place on a baking sheet and bake at 375 until golden brown.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 40 egg rolls

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef, cooked and drained
1 (16 ounce) package coleslaw mix
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
onion powder, to taste
2 (16 ounce) packages egg roll wraps
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first six ingredients; mix well. Place an egg roll wrapper on work surface with one point facing you. Place a heaping tablespoon of beef mixture in center. Fold bottom third of wrapper over filling. Fold in sides.
  • In a small bowl, combine flour and enough water to make a paste. Moisten top corner with paste, roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  • In an electric skillet, heat 1 inch of oil to 375*. Fry egg rolls for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Note: Fill egg roll wrappers one at a time, keeping the others covered until ready to use.
  • Egg rolls can be reheated in a microwave for 2 1/2 to 3 minutes.

EASY CHICKEN EGG ROLLS



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I like this recipe because it uses already prepared ingredients found in your produce department with the packaged salad greens. Great egg rolls without all the work for those after work meals. (of which I need often) Leave the chicken out for vegetarian egg rolls or substitute shrimp for seafood eggrolls. Keep the oil hot and fry quickly to keep egg rolls from becoming greasy. They only need to brown and crisp, not cook. Frying only 3 or 4 at a time while rolling the others will make it easier to keep track of both the rolling and frying at the same time (unless you have a helper in your kitchen to do one or the other). Serve with my easy sweet and sour dipping sauce (recipe #112947) for a real taste treat. Since preparation (rolling) and cook time can be done at the same time, times are approximate. Recipe came from my friend and co-worker, Teri. Thank you Teri!

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 24 egg rolls

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
1 cup finely diced onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons cooking oil
2 (16 ounce) bags packaged coleslaw mix, with shredded carrots
1 (12 ounce) bag bean sprouts
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, diced
1/2 cup bottled teriyaki marinade
1/4 cup soy sauce
24 egg roll wraps
hot oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • Cook onion and garlic in the 2 tablespoons cooking oil until the onions are tender but not browned.
  • Add the chicken, packaged coleslaw mix, bean sprouts, teriyaki sauce and soy sauce to the onions and garlic; mix well.
  • Cover and steam for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the water chestnuts; drain the liquid from the chicken and cabbage mixture; taste and season with salt if desired.
  • Heat 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan.
  • While oil heats, wrap about 1/4 cup of the chicken and cabbage mixture in egg roll wraps, rolling tightly and sealing edges with beaten egg.
  • Fry until a deep golden brown, a few at a time; drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.9, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 2.9, Sodium 583.1, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.2, Protein 4.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. Vegetables should be crisp and flavorful, and the pork or shrimp should be fresh and not frozen.
  • Make sure your egg roll wrappers are thawed completely before using them. If they are not, they will be difficult to roll and will likely break.
  • Wet the edges of the egg roll wrappers with water before sealing them. This will help to keep them from coming undone during cooking.
  • Do not overfill the egg rolls. If you do, they will be difficult to roll and will likely break.
  • Cook the egg rolls until they are golden brown and crispy. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a delicious flavor.

Conclusion:

Egg rolls are a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course. They can be made with a variety of fillings, and they can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whether you choose to bake them, pan-fry them, or deep-fry them, egg rolls are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give egg rolls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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