Homemade Chinese Egg Rolls!!!

Step 2: Prepare the Egg Roll Wrappers

1. Lay out a wrapper: Place one wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond shape (one corner facing you).
2. Add filling: Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of the filling near the corner closest to you.
3. Fold and roll: Fold the bottom corner over the filling. Fold in the left and right corners toward the center. Roll tightly toward the top corner.
4. Seal the edge: Brush the top corner with beaten egg to seal the roll. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 3: Fry the Egg Rolls

1. Heat oil: In a deep skillet or wok, pour vegetable oil about 2 inches deep. Heat to 350°F (175°C).
2. Fry carefully: Place 2–3 egg rolls at a time in the oil, seam side down. Fry for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy.
3. Drain: Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 4: Serve

• Serve your homemade egg rolls hot with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or duck sauce for dipping.
• Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions for a restaurant-style finish.

Tips for Perfect Egg Rolls

• Don’t overfill: Too much filling makes rolling difficult and may cause the rolls to burst during frying.
• Dry your veggies: Excess moisture will make wrappers soggy. Pat shredded cabbage and carrots dry.
• Cook in batches: Avoid overcrowding the pan for even frying.
• Try baking: For a healthier option, brush egg rolls with oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden.

Why You’ll Love Homemade Egg Rolls

• Crispy outside, flavorful inside: Fresh ingredients and homemade wrappers (or store-bought) make a huge difference.
• Customizable filling: Swap pork for shrimp, chicken, or tofu and adjust veggies to your taste.
• Fun to make: Rolling egg rolls can be a fun family activity!

Whether it’s for a weeknight dinner, party appetizer, or special treat, these homemade Chinese egg rolls are a delicious way to impress family and friends. Once you try them, you’ll never settle for frozen ones again!

If you want, I can also make a version with step-by-step images showing how to roll and fry the egg rolls, which makes it super easy to follow.

Do you want me to do that?