Easy, crispy golden brown egg rolls

Making crispy, golden brown egg rolls at home is pretty simple! Here’s a recipe for making them:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground pork (or chicken/beef)
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 package egg roll wrappers (usually found in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores)
• Oil for frying (vegetable oil or peanut oil works well)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the filling:

   • Heat a little oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and onions and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
   • Add the ground pork (or your choice of meat) and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
   • Stir in the shredded cabbage, carrots, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and black pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and the mixture is well combined. Let it cool a bit before using.

2. Roll the egg rolls:

   • Lay an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one corner pointing towards you (like a diamond).
   • Place a small amount of filling (about 2 tbsp) near the center of the wrapper.
   • Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold the sides in towards the center. Roll tightly from the bottom to the top, sealing the edge with a little water.
   • Repeat for the rest of the wrappers and filling.

3. Fry the egg rolls:

   • Heat about 2 inches of oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (175°C).
   • Carefully place the egg rolls in the hot oil, a few at a time. Fry for about 3–4 minutes, turning occasionally, until they’re golden brown and crispy on all sides.
   • Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

4. Serve:

   • Serve the egg rolls with your favorite dipping sauce like sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or hoisin sauce.

Enjoy your crispy, homemade egg rolls! Do you like any specific fillings or dipping sauces with them?