Description
Crispy and delicious air fryer egg rolls filled with a savory mixture of shredded cabbage, carrots, chicken or tofu, and aromatic seasonings. These egg rolls are a healthier alternative to traditional fried versions, using an air fryer to achieve the perfect golden-brown crunch without excess oil.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups finely shredded cabbage (about 200g)
- 1 cup shredded carrots (about 100g)
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken or tofu (about 140g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped (optional)
Wrapping and Cooking
- 8 pieces egg roll wrappers
- 1 can cooking spray
- Water (for sealing wrappers)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, cooked chicken or tofu, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ground black pepper, and green onions if using. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble the egg rolls: Lay one egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with a corner facing you. Place about 2 tablespoons of the filling mixture in the center of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then fold the sides in and roll tightly toward the top corner. Use a little water to moisten and seal the edge. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and let it preheat for approximately 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the air fryer basket: Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the assembled egg rolls in a single layer without overcrowding to allow air to circulate freely.
- Spray egg rolls for crispiness: Lightly spray the tops of the egg rolls with cooking spray to help them crisp up beautifully during cooking.
- Cook the egg rolls: Air fry the egg rolls for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure all sides become golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and serve: Carefully remove the cooked egg rolls from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving to enjoy their optimal texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use firm tofu instead of chicken.
- Adjust the amount of soy sauce based on your preferred saltiness level.
- Be careful not to overfill the wrappers to prevent them from tearing during rolling and cooking.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for enhanced flavor.
- Make sure to flip the egg rolls halfway for even cooking and browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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