Here’s a teen-friendly egg roll recipe—crispy outside, savory inside, and fun to make 🥬🥕
Easy Homemade Egg Rolls
Ingredients (makes about 8–10 egg rolls)
- 8–10 egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 lb ground pork, chicken, or turkey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook the filling:
- In a skillet, cook meat until browned.
- Add garlic, cabbage, carrots, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Cook 3–4 minutes until veggies soften. Let cool slightly.
- Fill the wrappers:
- Place wrapper in a diamond shape.
- Spoon filling in the center.
- Fold bottom corner up, fold in sides, then roll tightly.
- Seal edge with a little water.
- Fry:
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Fry egg rolls 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Drain & serve:
- Place on paper towels and serve warm.
Baked Option (Less Oil)
- Brush egg rolls with oil
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, turning once
Tips & Variations
- Use pre-shredded coleslaw mix to save time
- Add cooked shrimp or skip meat for veggie egg rolls
- Serve with sweet & sour sauce or soy sauce
Egg rolls are crispy, savory, and perfect for snacks or meals 😋
If you want, I can share a cheeseburger egg roll, pizza egg roll, or air-fryer method next.
