Crispy Vegetable and Chicken Spring Rolls
These golden, shatteringly crisp spring rolls are filled with a savory blend of tender chicken and fresh vegetables, perfect for an authentic Asian-inspired appetizer.
Ingredients
- •1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- •1/2 pound ground chicken
- •2 cups shredded green cabbage
- •1 cup shredded carrots
- •2 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- •1 tablespoon soy sauce
- •1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- •12 spring roll wrappers (thawed)
- •1 egg, lightly beaten (for sealing)
- •3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- 2
Add the garlic, ginger, cabbage, and carrots to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly wilted but still crisp.
- 3
Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely before wrapping.
- 4
Place a spring roll wrapper on a clean surface like a diamond. Place 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center.
- 5
Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, fold in the two side corners, and roll tightly toward the top corner. Brush the top edge with the beaten egg and seal firmly.
- 6
Heat the 3 cups of oil in a deep pot or wok to 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Fry the spring rolls in small batches for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 8
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a wire rack or paper towels before serving.
💡 Chef tips
- Ensure the filling is completely cool before wrapping to prevent the wrappers from becoming soggy or tearing.
- You can prepare the rolls ahead of time and freeze them before frying; fry them directly from frozen, adding an extra minute to the cooking time.
- For a vegetarian version, replace the ground chicken with finely chopped shiitake mushrooms or extra firm tofu.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished spring rolls should have a deep golden, bubbly exterior that shatters upon the first bite, revealing a savory, aromatic, and perfectly cooked vegetable and chicken filling.