2tablespoonsCanola Oilplus oil for frying (enough to cover the bottom of a large skillet with about ½ inch of oil) If you rather use a different oil, choose one with a high smoke point
1poundGround Pork
1teaspoonSalt
12ouncesBroccoli Slaw or Cole Slaw Mix
2-3tablespoonsGreen Onionssliced
16ouncePackage of Egg Roll Wrappersabout 18-20 wrappers
1Eggbeaten
Instructions
You will also need: Pastry brush, Baking sheet or large platter, Paper towels or kitchen towels, Parchment paper
Make the sauce
Add the cornstarch, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic and crushed red pepper to a small jar or bowl. Stir well with a fork or small whisk to combine. Also, stir the sauce right before using; the cornstarch settles on the bottom.
Make the filling
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the pork and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook for 5-6 minutes until no longer pink. Stir occasionally breaking up any large pieces.
Add the slaw to the pan and cook 2-3 minutes, stirring almost constantly to mix the ingredients well.
Lower the heat to medium.
Add the prepared sauce (remember to stir it before adding). Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring almost constantly.
Take the skillet off the heat and stir in the green onions.
Allow the filling to cool a bit, then transfer to a bowl (without any liquid that may remain in the pan) and refrigerate until completely cool.
Build the egg rolls
Line a baking sheet or platter with parchment paper to place your rolls after wrapping
Add the egg to a small bowl and beat with a fork or whisk.
Work with one wrapper at a time. Lay it diagonally in front of you (like a diamond). Add about 2 tablespoons of the filling in the middle. Arrange it so that it’s not mounded.
Cover the filling with the corner closest to you and use the end of the wrapper to tuck in the filling.
Use a pastry brush to moisten the corners to your left and right with the egg.
Bring in the sides. The egg roll should resemble an envelope.
Use the pastry brush to moisten all of the exposed edges of the wrapper with the egg.
Roll it away from you.
Press the edge lightly to ensure the seal.
If there are any open ends use a little bit of egg to moisten and press or tuck to seal.
Place it on a parchment lined pan or plate and cover with a moistened paper or kitchen towel. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and mixture.
Fry the egg rolls
Cover the bottom of a large, deep skillet with about ½ inch of oil. Heat the over medium to medium-high heat. Get the oil to 350°F.
Add 4-6 rolls to the skillet. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Fry the egg rolls, turning occasionally until they are golden brown on all sides, about 3-5 minutes. Remove them from the oil and place on a baking sheet lined with a cooling rack or a paper towel lined plate. Repeat with remaining egg rolls.
Notes
Cool the mixture completely. The wrappers will tear if the mixture is hot, or even warm.
Cover the unused wrappers and the finished egg rolls with a moist (not wet) paper or kitchen towel. If the paper/kitchen towel dries out while you’re still working, moisten it again.
Keep the oil at around 350°F, remove the skillet from the heat between batches and/or raise and lower the heat as needed.