Pork Egg Roll Recipe

Table of Contents

1. Pork Egg Roll Recipe Ingredients
2. Homemade Egg Rolls Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make Egg Rolls
4. How To Serve Home Made Egg Rolls
5. Pork Egg Rolls Storage
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. Pork Egg Roll Recipe FAQs
8. JUMP TO RECIPE

These homemade egg rolls are so easy to make and so delicious that you’ll never want to order delivery again. With a crispy wrapper and tasty filling of pork and veggies, these crave-able bundles are deep-fried to perfection and perfect for snacking.

Pork Egg Roll Recipe Ingredients

Homemade Egg Rolls Substitutions And Additions

PORK: You can substitute ground chicken or ground turkey for ground pork. You can also use shredded chicken or shredded pork instead of ground meat.

SHRIMP: For seafood lovers, shrimp is a fantastic addition. You can use cooked shrimp, roughly chopped, as a substitute for or in addition to the ground meat.

COLESLAW: You can substitute thinly sliced green cabbage for the tricolor coleslaw in this easy egg roll recipe. 

GINGER: If you cannot find the squeeze tube of ginger, you can substitute ½ teaspoon of ground powdered ginger. You can also use chopped or shredded ginger.

WRAPPERS: If you can’t find traditional egg roll wrappers, don’t worry! You can use spring roll wrappers or rice paper sheets instead.

Keep in mind that rice paper needs to be soaked in warm water briefly to become pliable. The texture will be different, but it’s an exciting variation to explore.

How To Make Egg Rolls

The first step in making these delicious egg rolls at home is to prepare the filling. The combination of ground pork, veggies, and seasonings comes together quickly in your skillet.

Once the filling is prepared, you’ll wrap it in the egg roll wrappers and fry them to golden brown perfection. Follow our step-by-step instructions below.

STEP ONE: Add the two tablespoons of vegetable oil to a 10 to 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the tricolor coleslaw and sauté for about two minutes, stirring often, until the slaw is softened. 

STEP TWO: Add the minced garlic and ginger. Sauté for another minute, then transfer to a large heat-safe mixing bowl.

STEP THREE: Add the ground pork to the skillet over medium-high heat, and cook for three to four minutes. Be sure to stir often to break up the pork while cooking.

STEP FOUR: Add the cooked pork to the large mixing bowl with the cooked slaw. Stir to combine.

STEP FIVE: Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.

STEP SIX: Add the egg and tablespoon of water to a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Set it aside.

How To Roll Egg Rolls

STEP SEVEN: Lay one egg roll wrapper with the points making a diamond shape.

Use a pastry brush to paint the beaten egg wash around the outer edges of the wrapper.

STEP EIGHT: Measure 2½ tablespoons of pork mixture into the center of the wrapper. 

STEP NINE: Fold the bottom point over the filling.

STEP TEN: Fold the two sides over the edge of the center, like a purse. Seal the corners of the purse by pinching the points of the edges together.

STEP ELEVEN: Roll the bottom towards the top point. Use your fingers to make sure the top edges seal. Repeat for the remaining egg rolls.

STEP TWELVE: Add the three cups of oil to a 10 to 12-inch deep-sided skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should reach between 325 to 340°F.

Adjust the heat up or down to keep the oil temperature as consistent as possible.

STEP THIRTEEN: Line a 9×13 baking dish with paper towels to drain the excess oil from the egg rolls once cooked.

STEP FOURTEEN: Carefully add three egg rolls at a time to the hot oil, seam side down.

Cook for two to three minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer the cooked egg rolls to the paper towel-lined baking dish to drain. Serve immediately. 

How To Serve Home Made Egg Rolls

They make a delicious appetizer and would be yummy served along with our homemade fried rice and sesame chicken.

What Sauce Goes With Egg Rolls?

Serve these savory rolls with your favorite dipping sauce, including sweet and sour sauce, plum sauce, or sweet chili sauce.

Two more delicious fried appetizers that we love are our fried pickles and fried zucchini. 

Pork Egg Rolls Storage

Whether you’re planning to enjoy them later or have leftovers, here’s how to store your delicious creations.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to prepare your egg rolls in advance for a busy day or a special occasion, you can assemble them and store them in the refrigerator for a few hours before frying.

Lay them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they don’t touch each other. Cover the tray with plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.

When you’re ready to enjoy them, simply heat the oil and fry them up. This way, you can have freshly cooked egg rolls with minimal effort when you need them.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store any leftover egg rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. 

IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze the uncooked egg rolls for up to one month. Place the egg rolls on a baking sheet and then cover them with foil.

When you are ready to cook the egg rolls, carefully add the frozen egg rolls to the heated oil. You will need to add an extra 1½ to 2 minutes to the cooking time. 

Why We Love This Recipe

There are plenty of reasons to adore these egg rolls, including:

CRISPY PERFECTION: These egg rolls achieve the ideal crispy texture that we all crave. The golden brown, crunchy exterior gives way to a flavorful and satisfying filling, making every bite a delightful experience.

RESTAURANT-QUALITY FLAVOR: One bite of these homemade egg rolls, and you’ll wonder why you ever ordered takeout. The combination of fresh ingredients, the right seasonings, and proper frying techniques result in a flavor that rivals your favorite Chinese restaurant.

Fried to crispy perfection, this homemade egg rolls recipe is much tastier than takeout. They are stuffed with a flavorful filling that you can customize to your liking and are quick and easy to make.