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Vietnamese Egg Rolls (Cha Gio)

Cultural Context

Originating from Vietnam, Cha Gio are a beloved street food and appetizer, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. These crispy rolls symbolize prosperity and are traditionally filled with a mix of meats and vegetables. Today, they are popular not only in Vietnam but also in many countries around the world, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

VietnameseVNappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/2 teaspoon salt
2.5 teaspoons pork seasoning
2 teaspoons sugar
white pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
water
egg
spring roll wrappers

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.

1

Prepare the filling by mixing 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2.5 teaspoons pork seasoning, 2 teaspoons sugar, white pepper, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder in a bowl.

2

Add water to the mixture to achieve the desired consistency.

3

If using shrimp, add it to the filling; otherwise, skip this step for a vegetarian option.

4

Prepare the spring roll wrappers on a clean surface.

5

Place a portion of the filling onto a wrapper and roll it tightly, sealing the edges with a bit of water.

6

Heat oil in a pan for frying, ensuring it's hot enough before adding the egg rolls.

7

Fry the egg rolls in the hot oil until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.

8

Remove the fried egg rolls and drain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrollingfrying

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

fishshellfishwheat

Also Known As

Cha GioVietnamese Spring Rolls

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