Pan-Fried Southwest Egg Rolls Recipe

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Monterey jack is often less expensive and melts well.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with fewer calories.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Add black beans, corn, red bell pepper, green onions, and jalapeno; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

In a bowl, combine cheddar cheese and cream cheese; mix until smooth.

Lay a tortilla flat and spoon filling onto the center.

Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up.

Seal the edges with a bit of water if necessary.

Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F.

Fry egg rolls in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with sour cream or dipping sauce.

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