Imagine biting into a perfectly golden, crispy spring roll that transports you straight to the bustling streets of China - a culinary journey that combines fresh vegetables, delicate wrappers, and a symphony of flavors in every single bite! These aren't just any spring rolls; these are an authentic Chinese delicacy that will revolutionize your home cooking and impress everyone at your dinner table. Get ready to master a recipe that's been perfected over generations, bringing the true essence of Chinese cuisine right into your kitchen.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 10 rolls
Ingredients
- 10 spring roll wrappers
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare all vegetables by finely shredding cabbage, carrots, and chopping green onions. Ensure bean sprouts are fresh and clean.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, and green onions. Add soy sauce and mix thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Lay out spring roll wrappers on a clean, dry surface. Place wrapper in a diamond orientation with one corner pointing towards you.
- Spoon approximately 2-3 tablespoons of vegetable mixture near the bottom corner of the wrapper, leaving small margins on sides.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in side corners to create an envelope-like shape.
- Carefully roll the wrapper upward, ensuring a tight seal. Use a small amount of water to moisten the top corner to help seal the roll completely.
- Heat oil in a deep pan or wok to 350°F (175°C). Ensure oil is hot enough for crispy texture.
- Gently place spring rolls into hot oil, avoiding overcrowding. Fry until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove spring rolls with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Let cool for a few minutes, then serve hot with dipping sauce like sweet chili or soy sauce.
Tips
- Keep your vegetables uniformly and finely shredded to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- Make sure your spring roll wrappers are at room temperature to prevent cracking during rolling.
- Don't overfill the wrappers - this can cause them to burst during frying.
- Maintain consistent oil temperature (350°F) for that perfect golden-brown crispiness.
- Use a candy/deep-fry thermometer to monitor oil temperature accurately.
- Work in small batches to prevent oil temperature drop and ensure crispy results.
- Let spring rolls rest on paper towels to absorb excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
