**A Culinary Journey to the Southwest: Delightful Egg Rolls and a Refreshing Avocado Dip**
Indulge in a tantalizing culinary adventure with our Southwest egg rolls paired with a cool avocado dip. These crispy and flavorful rolls are a harmonious blend of Southwestern spices, tender vegetables, and succulent chicken or tofu. The accompanying avocado dip, with its creamy texture and vibrant flavors, provides a refreshing contrast to the savory egg rolls. This delectable duo promises an explosion of taste in every bite, making it a perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion. So, gather your ingredients and embark on this culinary escapade to the vibrant Southwest.
SOUTHWESTERN EGG ROLLS
Egg rolls with a Southwest twist: Inspired by a favorite appetizer at Chili's -- these are crunchy and cheesy with a creamy avocado dipping sauce.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h
Yield 8 egg rolls
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- For the sauce: Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, granulated garlic, onion powder, avocado, 2 tablespoons water, a large pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a blender. Blend until completely smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in the dill and parsley. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. The texture should be similar to ranch salad dressing. (If the sauce is very thick, thin it out with 1 to 2 tablespoons of additional water.) Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- For the egg rolls: Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat for 5 minutes. Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken until deep grill marks appear, about 8 minutes. Flip and continue cooking until deep grill marks appear and the internal temperature on an instant-read thermometer in the thickest part of the breast registers 165 degrees F, about 8 minutes more. Remove to a cutting board, allow to cool slightly and cut into small pieces.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the beans, corn, spinach, cumin, chipotle powder, cayenne, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring, until the vegetables and beans are coated in the spices and warmed through, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and fold in the chicken, pickled jalapenos, parsley and scallions. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
- Stack the tortillas on a large microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave until just warmed though. (This will make the tortillas easier to roll.) Put a warm tortilla on a clean, flat surface (keep the remaining tortillas covered with the damp paper towels) and put 1/2 cup of the filling in the center. Spread the filling out into a 4 1/2-inch long log. Tightly fold the bottom of the tortilla (the part that is closest to you) over the filling, fold both ends over then roll the tortilla so that the filling is completely enclosed. Seal the seam of the tortilla with 3 toothpicks. Transfer to a baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, filling and toothpicks.
- Meanwhile, attach a deep-fat fry thermometer to the side of a large Dutch oven or pot, fill halfway with oil and heat over medium-high heat to 350 degrees F.
- Fry the egg rolls in 2 batches until golden brown all over, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove the toothpicks from the egg rolls, cut on an extreme bias and transfer to a large platter. Serve with the avocado dipping sauce.
SOUTHWEST EGG ROLLS AND COOL AVOCADO DIP
was given this recipe by someone at work.
Provided by April Alvarez
Categories Meat Appetizers
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. In large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients. Place 1/4 cup of chicken mixture in the center of an egg roll wrapper. Fold bottom corner over filling. Fold sides toward center over filling. Moisten remaining corner with water, roll up tightly to seal. Repeat.
- 2. In a electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375. Fry egg rolls a few at a time. for 2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain well on paper towels.
- 3. While egg rolls are cooking mix all dip ingredients in small bowl and serve, this make 1 1/2 cup of dip so if not enough you can double the recipe.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: This will ensure the best flavor and texture for your egg rolls.
- Don't overfill the egg rolls: This will make them difficult to roll and seal.
- Fry the egg rolls in batches: This will prevent them from sticking together and ensure that they cook evenly.
- Serve the egg rolls with a dipping sauce: This will add flavor and moisture to the egg rolls.
- Make the avocado dip ahead of time: This will give the flavors time to meld and develop.
- Use ripe avocados: This will ensure the best flavor and texture for the dip.
- Season the dip to taste: This will help you achieve the perfect flavor balance.
Conclusion:
These Southwest egg rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are perfect for parties or potlucks. The avocado dip is a creamy and flavorful complement to the egg rolls. With their crispy exteriors and flavorful fillings, these egg rolls are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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