## Filipino Lumpia: A Culinary Symphony of Savory Delights ##
Lumpia, the golden-fried spring roll from the Philippines, is an iconic dish that has captivated taste buds for generations. This delectable appetizer or main course boasts a crispy outer layer that shatters upon each bite, revealing a symphony of savory fillings. From the classic pork and vegetable medley to unique variations featuring chicken, seafood, or tofu, lumpia offers a diverse culinary experience that caters to every palate.
This comprehensive guide presents a collection of lumpia recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Manila. Discover the art of crafting the perfect lumpia wrapper from scratch, ensuring a crispy and pliable texture that holds the fillings securely. Explore an array of fillings, including the traditional combination of ground pork, carrots, and bamboo shoots, as well as innovative fillings that showcase the bounty of Filipino cuisine.
This collection of lumpia recipes is a culinary treasure trove, offering both traditional and modern interpretations of this beloved dish. Whether you prefer the classic flavors of pork and vegetables or seek to explore new horizons with unique fillings, these recipes provide a roadmap to lumpia perfection. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
TRADITIONAL FILIPINO LUMPIA
This is a traditional Filipino dish. It is the Filipino version of the egg rolls. It can be served as a side dish or as an appetizer.
Provided by LILQTPINAY23
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Wraps and Rolls
Time 1h10m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place a wok or large skillet over high heat, and pour in 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Cook pork, stirring frequently, until no pink is showing. Remove pork from pan and set aside. Drain grease from pan, leaving a thin coating. Cook garlic and onion in the same pan for 2 minutes. Stir in the cooked pork, carrots, green onions, and cabbage. Season with pepper, salt, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Remove from heat, and set aside until cool enough to handle.
- Place three heaping tablespoons of the filling diagonally near one corner of each wrapper, leaving a 1 1/2 inch space at both ends. Fold the side along the length of the filling over the filling, tuck in both ends, and roll neatly. Keep the roll tight as you assemble. Moisten the other side of the wrapper with water to seal the edge. Cover the rolls with plastic wrap to retain moisture.
- Heat a heavy skillet over medium heat, add oil to 1/2 inch depth, and heat for 5 minutes. Slide 3 or 4 lumpia into the oil. Fry the rolls for 1 to 2 minutes, until all sides are golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 23.2 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 287.8 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
LUMPIA
Lumpia is the Phillipino version of a Chinese egg roll. The skins used, though, are light and flaky instead of doughy. They are similar to a Vietnamese spring roll but more loaded with meat, and very skinny. They are addicting and easy to eat; you can make a bunch ahead and freeze them either before or after frying.
Provided by Jet Tila
Time 1h25m
Yield 30 rolls
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a food processor, chop the garlic as small as possible. Add the green onion and yellow onion and pulse to a similar size as the garlic. Add and pulse the shiitake mushroom caps and water chestnuts until all are a similar size. Add the shrimp and pulse until the shrimp are a coarse hamburger grind. Add the ground pork, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar and pepper and mix all thoroughly. Transfer to a bowl, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat 1 inch frying oil to 350 to 360 degrees F in a heavy-bottomed pot.
- Carefully peel one wrapper off the stack. Orient the wrapper square to the edge of the counter, not diagonal. Scoop about a heaping tablespoon (approximately 1 ounce) of the filling and spread it about an inch from the edge closest to you and about 1/2 inch from each side. Brush all of the edges with the egg wash. Fold the edges in on the sides and begin rolling the bottom of the wrapper to the top, making a tight rope. Make sure when you finish rolling that the egg wash has sealed the roll. Place the lumpia seam-side down on a plate while you make the remaining lumpia. (This amount of filling should make approximately 30 rolls. (These could be made smaller for appetizers.)
- Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes. Remove to drain on a rack or paper towels. Serve hot with sweet chile sauce mixed with vinegar to taste.
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 ROLL)
Many years ago, when we lived in San Diego the first time, a friend of ours from the Philippines gave me her recipe for lumpia. When Evelyn made it, it would melt in your mouth. I've yet to master that experience with my lumpia, but it's coming along. This is the best recipe by far - and the only ones my family will eat. Enjoy!
Provided by Color Guard Mom
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 48m
Yield 20-30 rolls, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Brown beef and pork, until almost completely cooked. Drain fat. Cool and process in food processor or chop up into fine pieces (like Taco Bell taco meat or a little coarser) with fork.
- Combine meats, vegetables, egg, sauces, pepper in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour for flavors to set inches I like to prepare my filling the day before so it can marinate all night.
- Prepare wrapper (by separating) and place on a separate plate. Place 1 to 2 T of filling in the center of the wrapper.
- Fold left edge over all the way, then bring down top and bottom, then roll the rest of the way to the right, making a roll. hard to explain without a picture, but you'll figure it out -- looks like an egg roll when done, only thinner and longer. Seal with with flour and water mixture.
- After you have assembled all the lumpia, heat your oil (I use the deep fryer) to 375 degrees. Cook until golden brown, turning often, approximately 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve with sweet and sour sauce.
- Note: the wrapper packages usually have instructions for rolling the wrap. Times vary by experience and methods used.
LUMPIA (PHILIPPINE EGG ROLLS FROM SCRATCH)
Make and share this Lumpia (philippine Egg Rolls from Scratch) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LikeItLoveIt
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 45 Eggrolls
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Doilies: Combine flour, water and salt to taste and mix thoroughly with a wire whisk to remove lumps.
- Batter should be about the consistency of a crepe batter.
- Add a little water if it is too thick.
- If the batter thickens as it sits, you may have to add more water.
- Heat a 6" crepe pan and wipe out with lightly oiled wax paper.
- Pour on batter quickly to cover the bottom.
- Pour off excess.
- Allow to cook over low heat until the edges begin to curl and pull away from the sides of the pan.
- Remove and place on clean, dry surface.
- Repeat, oiling pan each time.
- Do not stack doilies on top of each other until each has cooled.
- Before filling, put off excess batter to make a perfect circle.
- Filling: Cook pork or beef in a large skillet until pinkness is gone.
- Drain off grease.
- Add shrimp, onions, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, celery, garlic and carrot; cook until carrot is almost tender.
- Stir in remaining ingredients except the egg white and oil.
- Mix well.
- Cook until bean sprouts are limp.
- Pour mixture into strainer and cool, allowing as much liquid as possible to drain off before filling rolls.
- Use about 1 heaping teaspoon for each doily.
- Place filling near one side.
- Roll doily over filling a couple of times; fold in sides and roll up tightly.
- Seal flap with a little egg white.
- Deep fry in corn oil heated to about 375F degrees, until rolls are golden.
- Drain thoroughly on paper towels and serve with sauce.
Tips:
- For the best lumpia wrappers, use a thin and pliable wonton wrapper. If you're making your own wrappers, be sure to roll them out thinly and evenly.
- When filling the lumpia, don't overstuff them. Too much filling will make them difficult to roll and seal.
- To prevent the lumpia from sticking to the pan, use a non-stick skillet or lightly grease the pan with cooking oil.
- Cook the lumpia over medium heat until they are golden brown and crispy. Don't overcrowd the pan, or the lumpia will steam instead of fry.
- Serve the lumpia hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular choices include sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, or vinegar.
Conclusion:
Lumpia is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With a little practice, you can easily make lumpia at home. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give lumpia a try. You won't be disappointed!
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