**Lumpia: A Culinary Journey Through Filipino Heritage**
Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with lumpia, a beloved Filipino egg roll that has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide. Lumpia is a symphony of flavors and textures, showcasing the richness of Filipino cuisine. With its crispy wrapper encasing a savory filling of minced meat, vegetables, and aromatic spices, each bite offers a burst of umami that lingers on the palate.
This versatile dish holds a special place in Filipino culture, often served as an appetizer, snack, or main course. It is a staple at gatherings, bringing people together to share laughter, stories, and the joy of eating. Whether you prefer the classic pork and vegetable filling or explore variations like shrimp, chicken, or tofu, there's a lumpia recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.
In this comprehensive guide, we present a collection of lumpia recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and skill levels. From traditional to modern interpretations, our recipes offer step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning photos to guide you through the process of creating this iconic Filipino dish.
So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the heart of Filipino cuisine. Let's explore the delicious world of lumpia and create memories that will last a lifetime.
LUMPIA - FILIPINO SHRIMP AND PORK EGG ROLLS
The traditional Filipino egg roll is small in size, but big on taste. More shrimp can be added to your taste, or omitted altogether. They can also be frozen for later consumption. Serve with store-bought sweet and sour sauce or spring roll sauce (available in Asian grocery stores).
Provided by Elise
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls Egg Roll Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 75
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix the ground pork, shrimp, onion, carrots, green onions, soy sauce, salt, pepper, and MSG in a bowl until well combined.
- Pull a wrapper off the stack, and cover the remaining wrappers with a damp cloth. Place the wrapper on a work surface. Place a thin line, about the width of your little finger, across one side of the wrapper, 1/2 inch from the edge of the wrapper. Roll the wrapper tightly around the filling, and seal the edges with egg white. Repeat making rolls with the remaining wrappers and filling, and cut the rolls into thirds.
- Heat the oil in a heavy pan or deep fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Deep-fry 3 or 4 lumpia at a time, turning once, until the rolls float and turn golden brown, about 3 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.7 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Fat 2.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 115.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
LUMPIA (FILIPINO EGG ROLLS)
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet and saute garlic and onions until tender. Add pork and saute until browned. Add vegetables and cook until tender, yet crisp, about 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat. Season with soy sauce. When mixture is cool, add bean sprouts. Salt to taste. To assemble lumpia: Carefully separate wrappers. To prevent them from drying out, cover unused wrappers with moist paper towel. Lay one wrapper on clean surface. Place about 2-3 tablespoons of the filling near the edge closest to you. Roll edge towards the middle. Fold in both sides and continue rolling. Moisten opposite edge with water to seal. Repeat with other wrappers. Lumpia can be frozen until ready to use. Deep fry at 350 degrees until golden brown, about 3-5 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. Serve with sweet sour or vinegar and garlic dipping sauce (recipes below).
Tips:
- For the lumpia wrappers, use spring roll wrappers or wonton wrappers.
- To prevent the lumpia from becoming soggy, fry them until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the lumpia with a dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, or fish sauce.
- To make the lumpia ahead of time, fry them until they are golden brown and crispy. Then, let them cool completely and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When you are ready to serve the lumpia, reheat them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or until they are warmed through.
Conclusion:
Lumpia is a delicious and versatile Filipino dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It is easy to make and can be customized with a variety of fillings and dipping sauces. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced cook, you are sure to enjoy making and eating lumpia. So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!
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