Southern Style Crispy Homemade Egg Rolls
These Southern-style crispy homemade egg rolls take the beloved Asian classic and give it a flavorful Southern twist. With seasoned ground pork, cabbage, and carrots all wrapped in a golden fried shell, they’re the perfect fusion snack or meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- egg roll wrappers 1 package
- vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground pork over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the shredded cabbage, carrots, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the soy sauce, black pepper, salt, onion powder, and paprika. Mix well and remove from heat.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing toward you. Place about 2 tablespoons of the pork mixture in the center.
- Fold the corner closest to you over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll tightly, sealing the edge with a dab of water.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the egg rolls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Notes
Variations & Tips: For a vegetarian version, substitute pork with mushrooms and tofu. Add jalapeños or hot sauce for a kick. Want it cheesy? Toss in a little shredded cheddar. For a lighter version, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes instead of frying.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 569kcalCarbohydrates: 26.8gProtein: 20.3gFat: 40.5gSaturated Fat: 11.3gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 1175mgFiber: 2.5gSugar: 3g