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Classic Pork Egg Rolls

Delicious crispy egg rolls filled with savory pork and vegetables, perfect for parties or a cozy dinner night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 3 pieces green onions, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 package egg roll wrappers
  • Oil for frying For frying the egg rolls

Method
 

Cooking the Filling
  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add the garlic, ginger, cabbage, and carrots, and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Stir in the green onions, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
Assembling the Egg Rolls
  1. Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner pointing toward you.
  2. Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling near the corner closest to you.
  3. Fold the corner over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll tightly to seal. Use a little water to seal the edge.
Frying
  1. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Fry the egg rolls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot with soy sauce.

Notes

Ensure not to overfill the wrappers to prevent them from breaking during frying. Fry in batches to maintain the oil temperature, which helps create a crispy texture. You can make vegetarian egg rolls by replacing the ground pork with a mixture of mushrooms, tofu, or more vegetables. Adding cooked shrimp can also give a seafood twist to this classic dish.