Authentic Chinese Egg Rolls (from a Chinese person)

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 7
Authentic Chinese Egg Rolls recipe with a crispy outside and flavorful filling
in Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 teaspoons vegetable oil
3 eggs , beaten
1 medium head cabbage , finely shredded
1/2 carrot , julienned
1 can shredded bamboo shoots
1 cup dried , shredded wood ear mushroom , rehydrated
1 pound Chinese barbequed or roasted pork , cut into matchsticks
2 green onions , thinly sliced
2 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon monosodium glutamate ( MSG )
1 package egg roll wrappers
1 egg white , beaten
4 cups oil for frying , or as needed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
170
Sugar
2g
Fat
10g
The Chinese egg roll is a popular appetizer in Chinese cuisine. It is typically made with a crispy wrapper and a flavorful filling. This authentic recipe comes from a Chinese person and includes traditional ingredients like shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, bamboo shoots, and Chinese barbecued or roasted pork. The filling is seasoned with soy sauce, salt, sugar, and MSG for added flavor. The egg rolls are then deep-fried until golden brown and served hot with sweet and sour sauce or hot mustard sauce. They can be enjoyed as a snack or as a meal with rice.

Instructions

1.Heat 4 teaspoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Add beaten eggs and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until lightly scrambled. Remove and set aside.
3.Add cabbage, carrot, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms to the same wok or skillet. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
4.Add cooked scrambled eggs, pork, green onions, soy sauce, salt, sugar, and MSG to the vegetable mixture. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes.
5.To assemble the egg rolls, lay out the wrapper and brush the edges with beaten egg white. Place 2-3 tablespoons of filling in the center of each wrapper and fold in the sides. Roll up tightly to seal the edges with the egg white.
6.Heat 4 cups of oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan over high heat. Fry the egg rolls a few at a time until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking. Drain on paper towels.
7.Serve hot with sweet and sour sauce or hot mustard sauce.

PROS

The egg rolls are crispy on the outside and filled with flavorful ingredients.

They are a great appetizer for any occasion and can be enjoyed as a snack or a meal.

CONS

Egg rolls are fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The vegetables in the egg rolls provide several health benefits. Cabbage is a good source of fiber and vitamin C, while carrots are rich in vitamin A. Bamboo shoots are low in calories and high in fiber, while mushrooms are packed with antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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