Shrimp Egg Rolls
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
- ½ cup cabbage, shredded
- ¼ carrots, carrots
- ¼ cup bean sprouts
- 1 green onion , thinly sliced 1 clove garlic , minced 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tsp. oyster sauce
For the Egg Rolls:
- 8 – 10 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Dipping Sauce:
- Sweet chili sauce or
- Soy sauce mixed with lime juice or
- Hoisin sauce
To serve:
- Green onion, chopped, optional
- Sesame seeds, optional
Instructions
To prepare the filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, bean sprouts, green onion and minced garlic.
- Stir in the soy sauce and oyster sauce; stir well to esnure the abpve mixture is evenly coated.
To wrap the egg rolls:
- Lay an egg roll wrapper flat on a clean surface with one corner pointing toward you.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of the shrimp filling diagonally across the center of the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling and then fold in the sides and roll upward, sealing the edge with a little water or cornstarch paste.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
To fry the egg rolls:
- Heat about 1-inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet, or pot, over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
- Carefully add the wrapped egg rolls to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry each egg roll for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and place on paper towels to drain.
To serve:
- Arrange the fried shrimp egg rolls on a platter and serve alongside your favorite dipping sauces.
- Garnish with additional green onions or sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
Chop shrimp evenly: Uniform pieces ensure proper distribution throughout the filling.
Don’t overfill wrappers: Too much filling can cause the egg rolls to burst open during frying.
Seal wrappers tightly: Use water or cornstarch paste along the edges to ensure a secure seal.
Adjust spice level: Add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños to the filling for extra heat.