How to Make Authentic Chinese Egg Rolls : Chinese Food at Home

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a less expensive soy sauce alternative.

egg roll wrappers

🥗Healthier: rice paper

💰Cheaper: wonton wrappers

Rice paper is gluten-free, while wonton wrappers can be more affordable.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

Prepare the filling by finely shredding the cabbage and carrots.

Chop the green onions and mince the garlic and ginger.

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in the cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper to the mixture, stirring to combine.

Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.

Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with a corner pointing towards you.

Place a small amount of filling on the wrapper, fold the corner over the filling, and roll tightly, sealing the edges with water.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

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

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with soy sauce or sweet and sour sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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