The Ultimate Vietnamese Egg Roll Recipe You'll Absolutely Love
Try this ultimate Vietnamese egg roll recipe for crispy, savory rolls that are simply irresistible. Perfect for any occasion, these egg rolls will be a hit!
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds ground chicken
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
- ½ cup chopped shiitake mushrooms
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 24 rice paper wrappers
- Warm water for soaking wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Nuoc Cham dipping sauce or sweet chili sauce for serving
- Fresh lettuce leaves and herbs like mint or cilantro optional for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, garlic, and green onions.
- Add soy sauce, fish sauce, sesame oil, pepper, and sugar to the mixture, stirring until combined.
- Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water for 3-5 seconds and lay flat.
- Place 2 tablespoons of the filling on the lower third of the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the egg rolls in batches for 5-7 minutes until golden brown, turning occasionally.
- Remove the egg rolls and drain excess oil on paper towels or a wire rack.
- Serve with Nuoc Cham dipping sauce, lettuce leaves, and herbs.