Description
These homemade shrimp egg rolls are crispy, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion. Filled with a delicious mixture of shrimp, cabbage, carrots, and aromatic seasonings, these fried egg rolls are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
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For the filling:
- 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 3 green onions, finely sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Additional ingredients:
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and green onions, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until pink and opaque.
- Stir in cabbage and carrots, then cook for another 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add soy sauce and cornstarch, mixing well to combine. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
- Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner facing you. Spoon about 2–3 tablespoons of the filling near the center. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll tightly, sealing the tip with water.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry egg rolls in batches, turning occasionally, for about 3–4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels. Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.
Notes
- You can use coleslaw mix as a shortcut for the cabbage and carrots.
- For a lighter version, bake the egg rolls at 400°F for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
