Description
Crispy air fryer egg rolls showcase a delightful fusion of Chinese-American cuisine, packed with savory fillings and golden-brown crunch. Succulent vegetables and proteins wrapped in delicate wrappers promise a quick, satisfying meal you can enjoy without excess oil.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (453 grams) ground pork or chicken
Vegetables:
- 3 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 3 scallions, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
Seasonings and Wrappers:
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- Oil for brushing
Instructions
- Sauté ground meat in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles until fully cooked.
- Incorporate finely chopped vegetables and seasonings into the meat mixture, stirring continuously for 3-4 minutes until cabbage becomes tender and wilted.
- Transfer the filling to a large plate or bowl, spreading it out to accelerate cooling and prevent moisture buildup.
- Position an egg roll wrapper diagonally on a clean surface, placing a precise portion of cooled filling near the bottom corner.
- Moisten wrapper edges with water using fingertips, then carefully fold bottom corner over filling, tucking sides inward to create a tight seal.
- Gently roll the wrapper upward, ensuring a compact and secure cylindrical shape with sealed edges.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F and lightly spray or brush egg rolls with cooking oil to promote even browning.
- Arrange egg rolls in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to ensure proper circulation.
- Cook for 6-7 minutes, then carefully flip each egg roll, applying another light coat of oil.
- Continue air frying for an additional 4-5 minutes until wrapper turns golden brown and crispy, achieving a crunchy exterior.
Notes
- Choose lean ground pork or chicken for a healthier protein option that keeps the egg rolls light and nutritious.
- Drain excess liquid from cooked vegetables to prevent soggy wrappers and ensure crispy texture when air frying.
- Seal egg rolls tightly by using water or egg wash on wrapper edges to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- Experiment with protein alternatives like tofu or shredded jackfruit for vegetarian and vegan-friendly versions of this classic appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg