Certainly! Here’s a simple recipe for Chinese egg rolls:
Ingredients:
- 1 package of egg roll wrappers (usually available in the refrigerated section of the grocery store)
- 1/2 pound ground pork or chicken
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 2-3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping
Instructions:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork or chicken until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add shredded cabbage, carrots, and chopped green onions to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Lay out an egg roll wrapper with one corner pointing towards you. Place a couple of tablespoons of the filling in the center of the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll it up tightly into a cylinder shape. Seal the top corner with a little water.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the egg rolls in batches until they are golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking. This should take about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Remove the egg rolls and drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the Chinese egg rolls hot with sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce for dipping.
Enjoy your homemade Chinese egg rolls!
