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Veggie Egg Roll Recipe

Veggie Egg Roll Recipe

This veggie egg roll recipe delivers crispy, golden wrappers filled with fresh sautéed vegetables in every bite. It’s beginner-friendly, affordable, and customizable. You can fry, bake, or air fry these rolls to suit your taste. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party dish, and freezer-friendly for make-ahead prep. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for maximum flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 people
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients :
  • For the Filling :
  • 2 cups shredded green or napa cabbage
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 2 green onions finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • For Wrapping :
  • 12 egg roll wrappers store-bought or homemade
  • Small bowl of water for sealing edges
  • For Cooking :
  • Neutral oil vegetable or canola, for frying
  • OR
  • Cooking spray for baking or air frying

Notes

Step-by-Step Instructions :

1. Cook the Filling :

  • Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds.
  • Add cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions.
  • Stir-fry 3–5 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
  • Stir in soy sauce. Mix well.
  • Remove from heat and cool the filling completely.

2. Prepare the Wrapping Station :

  • Set up a clean surface with wrappers, a damp towel, and a small bowl of water.
  • Keep wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.

3. Roll the Egg Rolls :

  • Lay a wrapper like a diamond.
  • Spoon 2 tbsp of filling near the bottom corner.
  • Fold up the bottom corner, then fold in both sides.
  • Roll tightly toward the top.
  • Dab the edge with water and seal.
  • Repeat for all rolls.

4. Choose a Cooking Method :

Option A: Deep-Frying

  • Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pan.
  • Fry egg rolls in batches for 3–4 minutes per side.
  • Remove and drain on paper towels.

Option B: Baking

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Place egg rolls on parchment-lined sheet.
  • Spray lightly with oil.
  • Bake 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.

Option C: Air Frying

  • Preheat to 375°F.
  • Spray rolls lightly with oil.
  • Air fry 10–12 minutes, turning halfway.