Thai Spring Rolls (Pa Pia)

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 16
Thai Spring Rolls (Pa Pia) - A savory appetizer made with ground pork, crabmeat, and veggies wrapped in egg roll wraps and fried to perfection
in Appetizer

Prep

45 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 cloves chopped garlic
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 can crabmeat , drained
1 lb ground pork
2 eggs , beaten
1 cup shredded carrot
1 small onion , finely chopped
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 package cellophane noodles
1 package egg roll wraps
1 egg yolk , mixed with
1 tablespoon water
vegetable oil ( for frying )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
235
Sugar
3g
Fat
15g
Thai Spring Rolls (Pa Pia) are a popular appetizer in Thai cuisine, and are also often served as a snack food. The mixture of ground pork, crabmeat, and veggies makes for a hearty filling, while the egg roll wrappers provide a satisfying crunch when fried. This recipe is perfect for adventurous eaters looking to add something new to their appetizer rotation, but may require a little more time and effort in the kitchen than some other recipes.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of vegetable oil and add chopped garlic, fresh cilantro, ground pork, and crabmeat and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
2.Add beaten eggs, shredded carrots, and finely chopped onions to the skillet and stir well.
3.Add fish sauce, pepper, sugar, and salt and mix well.
4.Add the cellophane noodles and stir well, remove from heat, and let cool.
5.Preheat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Arrange the egg roll wrappers, cut-side facing you.
6.Add a spoonful of the mixture to the lower edge of the wrapper and roll the wrapper tightly around the filling, fold in edges, and roll up tightly as the directions on the package indicate.
7.Brush the egg yolk mixture along the edge of the wrapper and seal well, repeat for remaining filling and wrappers.
8.Fry the prepared rolls, a few at a time, turning over once until golden brown. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

Crunchy on the outside and savory on the inside, these Thai Spring Rolls are perfect as appetizers or as a snack food.

This recipe uses a mix of meat and seafood for a unique flavor, and plenty of veggies to get your daily nutrients.

CONS

The recipe for these spring rolls requires deep frying which can be high in calories and fat if not prepared correctly.

Preparation may take longer(hours) for a beginner and you’ll need to buy some exotic ingredients to make this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Thai spring rolls are a good source of protein from the meat and seafood included in the filling, and they also contain plenty of vitamins and minerals from the veggies.
They can be high in fat and calories due to the frying process, so should be enjoyed in moderation. The garlic used in this recipe is known for its ability to regulate blood pressure and boost immunity.

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