By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 26, 2022
These homemade Egg Rolls are super crunchy and loaded with garlic, ginger, minced pork and green onions. Such a delicious appetizer or game day treat!
Pork Egg Rolls
With savory pork filling, these fried egg rolls come out golden and crispy. But be careful, they are utterly addictive!
Served up with dipping sauces, these bad boys will be gobbled up quick! Perfect as an appetizer or game day snack . Good thing you can make these ahead of time and freeze them–it’s party prep perfection!
Looking for more game day snacks? Why not also try my Crockpot Queso Cheese Dip !
Why You’ll Love this Egg Roll Recipe:
- SUPER CRUNCHY: The egg rolls come out with the perfect crunch, bubbly golden and just as good as take out!
- SAVORY FILLING: Each roll is generously loaded with a lip smacking garlic and ginger pork mixture.
- EASY : So simple to make, with only a few ingredients needed.
These delicious egg rolls can be assembled in advance and stored until you need them, which makes them the ideal part food. These are one of my all time favorite appetizers, because they are simple, gorgeous and scrumptious!
How to Make Egg Rolls
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients & instructions!
- Cook your pork in a large skillet with garlic and ginger.
- Stir in your veggies and sauces.
- Fill your wrappers.
- Fry the egg rolls in a Dutch oven or large pot.
- Serve with dipping sauces and enjoy!
Egg rolls contain a meat and vegetable filling and are wrapped in a thick flour wrapper. The wrappers are often dipped in egg before being fried, which leads to a bubbly, crispy exterior. Spring rolls are wrapped in thin flour or rice wrappers. They are thinner and lighter than egg rolls and often don’t contain meat.
Many grocery stores carry egg roll wrappers in the produce aisle or in the International foods aisle, but you can also buy them online.
Oyster sauce is a Chinese sauce made from oysters and soy sauce. It is often thickened with corn starch and dark brown in color. It adds a great umami flavor to these egg rolls! If you have an allergy, you can substitute with an equal amount of soy sauce, fish sauce, or Hoisin sauce.
Wrapping egg rolls is remarkably similar to wrapping a burrito. Add a little filling to the center of the roll, oriented in a diamond shape. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then the two wings into the center. Then, roll the entire thing up just like a burrito, using a good amount of egg wash to seal.
Yes, you can! Follow this Air Fryer Egg Roll recipe to see how!
Serving Suggestions
Serve these golden rolls with your favorite dipping sauces, great as an appetizer or you can also make a delicious party platter by adding some of these favorites:
- Crab Rangoon
- Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Crockpot Teriyaki Meatballs
- Homemade Wonton Chips
Whether it’s for a game day snack or an appetizer, make a big batch as they’re going quick!
And of course they’re perfect to serve before your homemade beef and broccoli or sweet and sour pork .
Storage Instructions
Store leftover egg rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, lightly fry the egg rolls or bake in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes.
Freezing Instructions
You can freeze egg rolls both before and after frying. To freeze the rolls before frying, line the uncooked rolls up on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer to an airtight container or Ziplock bag and store for up to 4 months. To freeze the rolls after frying, let them cool completely, then follow the above steps, storing for up to 2 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator overnight before frying or reheating.
Egg Roll Substitutions
- Use ground chicken, beef, or tofu in place of the pork.
- Use soy, fish, or Hoisin sauce in place of the oyster sauce.
- Use any mix of matchsticked vegetables in place of the coleslaw mix.
Egg Roll Dipping Sauces
Serve egg rolls with any of the following sauces:
- Sweet Chili Sauce
- Sweet and Sour Sauce
- Soy Ginger Sauce
- Ponzu Sauce
More Pork Recipes We Love
- Hawaiian Ham and Cheese Sliders
- Honey Baked Ham
- Easy Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
- Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Ultra crunchy and loaded with those classic egg roll flavors we all love, these golden beauties are a major crowd pleaser! Whether it’s for kids parties, game day or as an appetizer with your fave takeout-inspired meal, you’ll find this recipe so easy to make and so yummy!
More Fried Appetizers to Try:
- Fried Hush Puppies
- Avocado Fries
- Mini Fried Taco Pizza Pockets
- The BEST Fried Buffalo Wings
- Fried Goat Cheese Balls with Cherries and Pecans
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ▢ ¾ pound ground pork
- ▢ 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ▢ 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- ▢ 3 cups coleslaw mix
- ▢ ½ cup sliced green onions
- ▢ 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- ▢ 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- ▢ 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- ▢ 12 egg roll wrappers
- ▢ 1 large egg beaten
- ▢ Vegetable oil for frying
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Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add in the pork and cook until browned and no longer pink in the center. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ¾ pound ground pork
- Add in garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- Stir in the coleslaw mix and green onions, cooking until the cabbage is wilted, about 3-4 minutes. 3 cups coleslaw mix, ½ cup sliced green onions
- Mix in the oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Remove from heat. 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- Fill one egg roll wrapper with 2-3 tablespoons of the mix, forming it into a log in the center of the wrapper. Brush the edges of the wrapper with beaten egg, and fold and roll like a burrito. Place seam side down and repeat until all the egg rolls are formed. 12 egg roll wrappers, 1 large egg
- Pour 2-3 inches of oil into a Dutch oven or large pot. Heat until it reaches 350°F. Fry 3-4 egg rolls at a time, turning occasionally, until browned all over. Remove from the heat and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil. Once all of the eggrolls are fried, serve warm. Vegetable oil
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
- Deep Frying Thermometer
Becky’s Tips
- Use ground chicken, beef, or tofu in place of the pork.
- Use soy, fish, or Hoisin sauce in place of the oyster sauce.
- Use any mix of matchsticked vegetables in place of the coleslaw mix.
- Serve egg rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce , Soy Ginger Sauce, or Ponzu Sauce
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Egg Rolls Recipe
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
- Deep Frying Thermometer
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ¾ pound ground pork
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 3 cups coleslaw mix
- ½ cup sliced green onions
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 large egg beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add in the pork and cook until browned and no longer pink in the center. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ¾ pound ground pork
- Add in garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- Stir in the coleslaw mix and green onions, cooking until the cabbage is wilted, about 3-4 minutes. 3 cups coleslaw mix, ½ cup sliced green onions
- Mix in the oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Remove from heat. 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil, 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- Fill one egg roll wrapper with 2-3 tablespoons of the mix, forming it into a log in the center of the wrapper. Brush the edges of the wrapper with beaten egg, and fold and roll like a burrito. Place seam side down and repeat until all the egg rolls are formed. 12 egg roll wrappers, 1 large egg
- Pour 2-3 inches of oil into a Dutch oven or large pot. Heat until it reaches 350°F. Fry 3-4 egg rolls at a time, turning occasionally, until browned all over. Remove from the heat and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain off excess oil. Once all of the eggrolls are fried, serve warm. Vegetable oil
Video
Notes
- Use ground chicken, beef, or tofu in place of the pork.
- Use soy, fish, or Hoisin sauce in place of the oyster sauce.
- Use any mix of matchsticked vegetables in place of the coleslaw mix.
- Serve egg rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce, Sweet and Sour Sauce , Soy Ginger Sauce, or Ponzu Sauce
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
