Description
These Crispy Chicken Egg Rolls feature a savory blend of ground chicken, fresh vegetables, and traditional Asian seasonings, all wrapped in crispy egg roll wrappers and fried to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these egg rolls offer a crunchy exterior with a flavorful, tender filling inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 lb. ground chicken
- 2 tsp minced ginger
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 1/2 cups shredded coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp Chinese five spice powder
Assembly
- 20 egg roll wrappers
- 1 large egg, beaten (for sealing)
Frying
- 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken along with minced ginger and garlic. Cook, stirring and breaking the chicken into crumbles, until the meat is no longer pink. Drain excess fat, then return the skillet to heat.
- Add Vegetables and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded cabbage and carrot mix, sliced green onions, salt, sugar, sesame oil, and Chinese five spice powder. Cook the mixture until the vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Assemble the Egg Rolls: Lay out an egg roll wrapper. Place about 2 tablespoons of the cooled chicken mixture near one corner of the wrapper. Brush the edges of the wrapper with beaten egg to seal. Roll tightly, folding in the sides to enclose the filling completely, forming a neat egg roll.
- Heat the Oil: Preheat your deep fryer to 375°F (190°C), or heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot until it reaches 375°F.
- Fry the Egg Rolls: Carefully place the assembled egg rolls into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the egg rolls are golden brown and crisp all over. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Let the egg rolls cool for a moment and serve them crisp and warm, preferably with dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
- Ensure the filling is cooled before wrapping to prevent the wrappers from becoming soggy.
- You can substitute ground chicken with ground pork or turkey if desired.
- Use a thermometer to maintain the correct oil temperature for crispiness and to avoid greasy egg rolls.
- Freezing assembled egg rolls before frying can help them hold their shape and make frying easier.
- These egg rolls pair well with sweet chili sauce or soy-based dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Keywords: crispy chicken egg rolls, egg roll recipe, fried chicken rolls, Asian appetizer, homemade egg rolls
