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Six fried egg rolls arranged on a gray plate with a small bowl of sauce on the side.
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Pork Egg Rolls

These egg rolls are stuffed with a combination of pork and vegetables that are flavored with a savory sauce.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Asian
Keyword ground pork, take-out, vegetables
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cool the filling 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 9
Calories 388kcal
Author Elizabeth

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon Ginger Powder or grated fresh ginger
  • 2 large Garlic Cloves grated or minced
  • Pinch of Crushed Red Pepper optional
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil plus 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
  • 1 pound Ground Pork
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 12 ounces Broccoli Slaw or Cole Slaw Mix
  • 2-3 tablespoons Green Onions sliced
  • 16 ounce Package of Egg Roll Wrappers about 18-20 wrappers
  • 1 Egg beaten

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 388kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 770mg | Potassium: 325mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 198IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 3mg