Spring Rolls are one of the most beloved traditional snacks in China. A thin wrapper holds a savory filling of vegetables and shredded meat, fried until golden and crispy. With a satisfying crunch and savory flavor, they’re perfect as a snack or side dish.
🌴 Ingredients:
· 20 spring roll wrappers (store-bought or frozen)
· 150g shredded pork
· 1/2 head cabbage (shredded)
· 1 carrot (shredded)
· 100g bean sprouts
🌴 Aromatics:
· 3-4 cloves minced garlic
· A small piece of minced ginger
🌴 Seasonings:
· 2 tbsp light soy sauce (about 20ml)
· 1 tbsp oyster sauce (about 10ml)
· A pinch of sugar (to enhance flavor)
· A pinch of white pepper powder
· Salt, to taste
· Cooking oil, as needed (for frying)
🌴 Instructions:
- Stir-fry the Filling
Heat oil in a pan, add the shredded pork, and stir-fry over medium heat until it changes color. Add the garlic and ginger, and stir-fry until fragrant. Add the cabbage, carrot, and bean sprouts, and stir-fry over high heat until softened. Add the light soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, white pepper, and salt. Mix well. Remove and let cool completely. ⚠️ Note: The filling must be cooked and cooled, or it will release water and break the wrappers during frying. - Wrap the Spring Rolls
Place a wrapper on a flat surface. Add a spoonful of filling, roll it once, fold the sides inward, and continue rolling tightly. Wet the edge with a little water to seal. ⚠️ Note: Roll tightly, or they will fall apart during frying. I’ve tried rolling loosely, and they fell apart. - Fry the Spring Rolls
Heat oil to 160°C (about 60% hot). Fry the spring rolls over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain. ⚠️ Note: Don’t use high heat, or they will burn outside and stay raw inside. - Make the Dipping Sauce
Mix light soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, and chili oil in a small bowl. Serve as a dipping sauce. ⚠️ Note: The dipping sauce is the soul of this dish.
💡 More Crispy and Irresistible Bites:
If you enjoy these spring rolls, you should also try my [Pan-fried Dumplings] for another incredibly crispy and satisfying treat.
Want to explore more? Check out my full [Rice, Noodles & Dim Sum] category!
💡 Tips:
The key to Spring Rolls is “crispy outside, savory inside.” Cook the filling and let it cool completely before wrapping. Roll tightly and seal the edges with water. Fry over medium heat until golden brown.
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