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spring roll wrappers

🥗Healthier: rice paper

💰Cheaper: homemade dough

Rice paper is lower in calories, while homemade dough can save costs.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: mixed vegetables

Tofu provides a plant-based protein option, while mixed vegetables reduce costs.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce is healthier, tamari is gluten-free.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor, canola oil is often cheaper.

Prepare the filling by finely chopping cabbage, carrots, onions, and bell peppers.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in the chopped vegetables and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add soy sauce, salt, and black pepper, and mix well; remove from heat.

Let the filling cool slightly before assembling the rolls.

Place a spring roll wrapper on a clean surface, with a corner pointing towards you.

Spoon a portion of the filling onto the wrapper, fold the corner over the filling, and roll tightly.

Seal the edges with a beaten egg to prevent opening during frying.

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

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

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with dipping sauce of choice.

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