How to Make Vietnamese Egg Rolls (CHA GIO)

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while canned tuna is often cheaper and still provides protein.

vermicelli noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles are lower in carbs, while spaghetti is a cost-effective alternative.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt water

Soy sauce is a lower-calorie alternative, while salt water is a basic substitute.

Soak the bean thread noodles and dried mushrooms in hot water for about 20 to 30 minutes or until they're soft, then set aside.

Dice the onion, peel the taro, and slice it in half for easier shredding. Shred the taro using a mandolin or a knife/peeler if you don't have one.

Chop the shrimp and set it aside, then do the same with the chicken.

In a large bowl, add the shredded taro, shredded carrots, diced onion, drained mushrooms, and cut bean thread noodles.

Add the chopped shrimp and chicken to the bowl and mix all the ingredients together.

Season the mixture with about 2 tablespoons of mushroom seasoning, 3 tablespoons of fish sauce (or substitute salt), 4 tablespoons of sugar, and black pepper. Mix well.

Prepare a cornstarch and water mixture (or flour and water) for sealing the egg rolls.

To assemble the egg rolls, place an egg roll wrap on a plate, scoop some filling and place it at the bottom of the wrap like a log.

Roll the egg roll tightly a few times, fold in the sides, and continue rolling tightly. Before sealing, add a few drops of the cornstarch and water mixture to the edge and seal it completely.

Once you have a few egg rolls prepared, heat a pot of oil until hot, ensuring the heat is on medium to avoid burning.

Check the oil temperature and drop in the egg rolls, frying until golden brown. Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Let the egg rolls cool down before serving. They can be served with sweet chili sauce or enjoyed on their own.

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