Savory Pork Egg Rolls
Indulge in these delectable Savory Pork Egg Rolls, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. With a filling made of seasoned ground pork, fresh vegetables, and aromatic garlic, these egg rolls boast a perfect crunch when fried to golden perfection. This easy-to-follow recipe requires no food processor, making it accessible for cooks of all levels. Customize the filling with your choice of proteins or veggies, or try adding some heat with chili oil for an extra kick. Perfect for appetizers, parties, or a tasty snack, these egg rolls are sure to impress friends and family alike. Plus, they can be easily frozen, allowing you to whip up a batch whenever the craving strikes!
5-7
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil
2 tablespoons (For frying)
Ground lean pork
1/2 lb (Raw)
Garlic cloves
3 (Minced)
Medium onion
1/2 (Minced)
Green onions
2 (Finely chopped)
Cabbage coleslaw blend
5 cups (Raw)
Powdered ginger
1/2 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Soy sauce
1 tablespoon (For seasoning)
Salt
To taste (For seasoning)
Pepper
To taste (Optional seasoning)
Egg roll wraps
15 (For wrapping)
Water
As needed (For sealing the wraps)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2
Add the minced garlic and onion, sautéing until they are tender and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
3
Increase the heat to medium-high, and add the ground pork to the skillet. Sauté the pork until it is well browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
4
Stir in the cabbage coleslaw blend and powdered ginger, and continue stir-frying on high heat for about 5 minutes, until the cabbage is softened.
5
Remove the skillet from heat, and mix in the soy sauce, salt, and pepper to taste, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
6
To assemble the egg rolls, lay an egg roll wrap on a clean surface with a corner facing you. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the pork filling onto the wrap.
7
Fold the left and right corners over the filling, then dampen the edge of the corner facing away from you with a little water. Carefully roll the egg roll away from you, sealing it tightly.
8
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the egg rolls in batches until they are golden brown, about 3-5 minutes per side.
9
Remove the fried egg rolls and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious creation!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Pork Egg Rolls?
Savory Pork Egg Rolls are a crunchy appetizer filled with seasoned ground pork, fresh vegetables, and aromatic garlic, fried to golden perfection.
What is the main protein in this recipe?
The main protein used in this recipe is 1/2 lb of ground lean pork.
How many egg roll wraps are needed?
This recipe requires 15 egg roll wraps.
Do I need a food processor for this recipe?
No, this recipe is designed to be accessible for all skill levels and does not require a food processor.
Can these egg rolls be frozen?
Yes, these egg rolls can be easily frozen, allowing you to cook them whenever you have a craving.
What temperature should the oil be for frying?
The oil should be heated to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or large pot.
How long do the egg rolls need to fry?
They should be fried in batches for about 3-5 minutes per side until they are golden brown.
How do I seal the egg roll wraps?
Dampen the edge of the corner facing away from you with a little water to seal the wrap tightly.
What type of cabbage should I use?
The recipe calls for 5 cups of a cabbage coleslaw blend.
How much filling goes into each egg roll?
Spoon approximately 2 tablespoons of the pork filling onto each egg roll wrap.
What aromatics are used in the filling?
The recipe uses minced garlic cloves, minced medium onion, and finely chopped green onions.
How do I add heat to these egg rolls?
You can add some heat to the filling by incorporating chili oil for an extra kick.
What seasonings are added to the pork?
The pork is seasoned with powdered ginger, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
How do I prepare the garlic and onion?
The garlic and onion should be minced and sautéed in vegetable oil until tender and fragrant.
Can I customize the filling?
Yes, you can customize the filling with your choice of different proteins or vegetables.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes between 5 to 7 servings.
What should I do after frying the egg rolls?
Remove the fried egg rolls and drain them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
How long does it take to brown the pork?
The ground pork should be sautéed for about 5-7 minutes until well browned.
How long should I stir-fry the cabbage?
Continue stir-frying the cabbage blend on high heat for about 5 minutes until softened.
When do I add the soy sauce?
The soy sauce, salt, and pepper should be mixed in after the skillet is removed from the heat.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
How do I position the wrap for assembly?
Lay the egg roll wrap on a clean surface with one corner facing towards you.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include egg rolls, pork, appetizer, snack, fry, easy recipe, party food, homemade, and savory.
Is this recipe suitable for parties?
Yes, these egg rolls are perfect for appetizers, parties, or as a tasty snack.
What kind of oil is used for the initial sauté?
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil are used for sautéing the vegetables and pork.
How many green onions are needed?
The recipe requires 2 finely chopped green onions.
What is the texture of these egg rolls?
They have a perfect crunch when fried to golden perfection.
How much ginger is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of powdered ginger.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 12 ingredients used in this recipe.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is described as an easy-to-follow recipe accessible for cooks of all levels.