Why You’ll Love Making These at Home
If you’ve only had egg rolls from the freezer aisle or your favorite takeout spot, get ready—homemade is a crunchy, flavor-packed game-changer. These golden bites are ultra-crispy, loaded with savory filling, and smell absolutely irresistible when they hit the pan.
We’re talking juicy, garlicky cabbage and pork (or go veggie—up to you!) tucked inside a flaky shell that shatters with each bite. It’s the kind of snack that disappears faster than your lunch break. Plus, the best part? You probably have most ingredients sitting in your pantry already.
Rolling them is easier than you think—no origami degree required 😉 And in just about 30 minutes, you’ve got a platter full of crispy, golden goodness that puts any store-bought version to shame.
While you’re in the zone, why not whip up a quick sweet chili sauce or a tangy dipping peanut sauce to go alongside? Let’s get rolling—literally!
Homemade Egg Rolls
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Sharp Knife
- Tongs
- Paper Towels
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cabbage finely chopped
- 1 lb Ground Pork or substitute with a plant-based option
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 pkg Egg Roll Wrappers
- to taste tsp Salt
- to taste tsp Pepper
- as needed cups Oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped cabbage, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.1 cup Cabbage, 1 lb Ground Pork, 2 cloves Garlic, to taste tsp Salt, to taste tsp Pepper
- Lay out an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface and place 2 tablespoons of filling in the center.1 pkg Egg Roll Wrappers
- Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly to seal the egg roll.1 pkg Egg Roll Wrappers
- Once the oil is hot, fry the egg rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes, turning until golden brown.1 pkg Egg Roll Wrappers, as needed cups Oil
- Remove egg rolls from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.as needed cups Oil
- Plate the egg rolls and serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
Notes
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There you go—crispy, crunchy, delicious egg rolls made right in your kitchen! For a fun twist, try mixing in mushrooms or shrimp next time. I’d love to hear how yours turned out, so drop a comment below with your variations or questions. Let’s keep this flavor party going!