Description
Crispy nacho egg rolls blend Mexican and Asian cuisines into one irresistible appetizer. Cheesy, spicy filling wrapped in golden-brown wrappers promises a flavor explosion you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) lean ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) red bell peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup (40 grams) green bell peppers, chopped
- 1/3 cup (50 grams) black olives, chopped
- 1/3 cup (50 grams) red onions, finely chopped
Cheese and Wrapping Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (56 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package egg roll wraps (6–7 wraps)
- Cheese sauce (your preferred cheese sauce)
- Canola oil (enough for frying)
Optional Dipping Sauces:
- Sour cream
- Ranch
- Cheese dip
Instructions
- Combine ground beef with selected seasonings in a large mixing bowl, ensuring thorough integration of flavors.
- Sauté the seasoned beef in a skillet over medium-high heat for 7-8 minutes, stirring consistently until completely browned. Eliminate excess fat.
- Incorporate chopped green bell peppers and red onions into the meat, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until onions become translucent and vegetables soften.
- Transfer meat mixture to refrigerator for 10 minutes to cool and stabilize temperature.
- Heat canola oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to precisely 350°F (175°C).
- Position egg roll wrapper diagonally with pointed edge facing toward you.
- Center the cooled beef mixture on wrapper, strategically layering chopped red bell peppers, black olives, cheese sauce, and shredded cheddar.
- Fold bottom wrapper point over filling, tuck side edges inward, then roll tightly, using water to seal final edge.
- Continue assembling remaining egg rolls following identical technique.
- Submerge egg rolls into hot oil, frying 2-3 minutes until achieving golden-brown crispy exterior.
- Extract egg rolls using slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drain on absorbent paper towels.
- Plate immediately alongside complementary dipping sauces like sour cream, ranch, or cheese dip for enhanced enjoyment.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a healthier, leaner protein option that still packs incredible flavor.
- Adjust spice levels by mixing in different seasonings like chili powder, cumin, or taco seasoning to create a personalized nacho profile.
- Prevent egg rolls from getting soggy by ensuring the meat mixture is completely cooled and excess moisture is drained before wrapping.
- Use a thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature around 350F, which guarantees a perfectly crispy exterior without burning the wrapper.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg