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Crispy Homemade Egg Rolls: Classic Recipe with Oven and Air Fryer Options

A stack of four golden brown, perfectly crispy fried egg roll appetizers resting on a light-colored plate.
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Make restaurant-quality crispy egg rolls at home. This recipe provides a flavorful, juicy filling and clear steps for achieving a perfect crunch, whether you choose deep frying, baking, or air frying.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 (16 ounce) package tri-color coleslaw mix
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12 to 15 egg roll wrappers
  • Vegetable oil, for deep frying (if not baking or air frying)
  • Water, for sealing wrappers

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic and ground ginger. Cook briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add the coleslaw mix. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage is slightly wilted but still has some crispness.
  5. Add the cooked chicken, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together and cook for 2 more minutes.
  6. Remove the filling mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly before rolling.
  7. Place one egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one corner pointing toward you (diamond shape).
  8. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cooled filling onto the bottom third of the wrapper.
  9. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold the left and right sides inward over the filling.
  10. Roll the wrapper tightly upward toward the top corner. Moisten the top corner edge with a little water and press firmly to seal the egg roll shut. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
  11. For Deep Frying: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry egg rolls in batches for 3 to 4 minutes, turning as needed, until deeply golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  12. For Oven Baked Egg Rolls: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly brush or spray the assembled egg rolls with oil. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
  13. For Air Fryer Egg Rolls: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the assembled egg rolls with oil. Place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  14. Serve your crispy egg rolls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness when frying, you can lightly brush the outside of the wrapper with a thin layer of cornstarch mixed with water before placing it in the hot oil.
  • You can substitute the chicken with ground pork or shrimp, cooking the raw meat thoroughly before adding the remaining sauce ingredients.
  • These homemade egg rolls freeze well. Cool them completely, place them on a baking sheet to freeze individually, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake or air fry directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.

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