Air Fryer Chinese-Style Egg Rolls
Crispy air fryer egg rolls filled with seasoned pork and vegetables, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Equipment
- non-stick skillet
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb pork
- 2 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 oz soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp Chinese five spice
- 1/2 tsp brown sugar
- Salt to taste
- 3 cups cabbage shredded
- 1 carrot shredded
- 4 green onions chopped
- 20 egg roll wrappers
- Water for sealing
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cook pork with ginger and garlic in a skillet until browned.
- Drain excess fat.
- Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, five spice, and salt.
- Add sauce to pork and stir.
- Add cabbage, carrot, and green onions.
- Cook until cabbage softens.
- Let filling cool slightly.
- Keep wrappers covered with a damp towel.
- Place filling on wrapper and moisten edges with water.
- Fold and roll tightly.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
- Brush basket and rolls with oil.
- Place rolls seam side down without touching.
- Cook for 6 minutes.
- Turn and cook another 6 minutes until golden.
- Transfer to paper to absorb excess oil.
- Repeat in batches.
Notes & Wine Advice
Notes
Do not overfill the wrappers to prevent tearing during cooking. Make sure the rolls are sealed tightly to avoid leakage. Cook in batches for the best crisp result.Serve Tip
Serve hot with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or hoisin dip. Add a side of fresh cucumber or pickled vegetables for balance.Variations
Replace pork with chicken, shrimp, or a vegetarian filling. Add bean sprouts or mushrooms for extra texture. Use spicy chili paste for a hotter version.Wine Advice
A crisp Pinot Grigio pairs well with the savory filling and light crunch. A slightly sweet Riesling balances the salty and umami flavors perfectly.Nutrition values
Calories: 120 kcal | Carbohydrates: 15 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Sodium: 320 mg | Sugar: 1 g