Here’s a straightforward and delicious recipe for Easy, Crispy, Golden Brown Egg Rolls — crunchy on the outside, savory and juicy on the inside. Perfect for appetizers, snacks, or as part of an Asian-inspired meal.
🥢 Easy Crispy Golden Brown Egg Rolls
Makes about 10–12 egg rolls | Ready in ~45 minutes
Ingredients:
For the filling:
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1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or sesame)
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1 lb ground pork, chicken, or turkey
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2 cups coleslaw mix (or shredded cabbage and carrots)
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2 green onions, finely sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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½ teaspoon ground ginger (or 1 tsp fresh grated)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
For wrapping & frying:
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10–12 egg roll wrappers (square)
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Small bowl of water (for sealing)
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Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep)
Instructions:
1. Make the Filling:
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Heat 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it up.
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Add garlic, coleslaw mix, green onions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
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Stir-fry 3–5 minutes until vegetables are wilted and mixture is cooked through.
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Remove from heat and let cool slightly (important so wrappers don’t tear or get soggy).
2. Wrap the Egg Rolls:
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Lay out a wrapper like a diamond.
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Place 2–3 tablespoons of filling in the lower third.
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Fold bottom point over filling, then fold in sides, and roll tightly.
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Seal top edge with a dab of water.
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Repeat until all wrappers are filled.
3. Fry the Egg Rolls:
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Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
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Carefully add egg rolls in batches (don’t overcrowd).
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Fry for 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.
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Drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
🥡 Serve with:
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Sweet chili sauce
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Soy sauce or tamari
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Spicy mustard
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Garlic or ginger dipping sauce
📝 Tips:
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Make vegetarian egg rolls by skipping meat and adding mushrooms, tofu, or more veggies.
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Air fryer version: Brush lightly with oil and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Freezer-friendly: Freeze uncooked egg rolls on a tray, then store in a bag. Fry from frozen — just add 1–2 minutes to the cook time.