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Air Fryer Egg Rolls: Easy & Crispy Recipe

Crispy, golden, and filled with flavorful ingredients, these Air Fryer Egg Rolls are everything you love about the classic appetizer but made healthier and easier! With a savory filling of ground pork or chicken, cabbage, carrots, and fresh ginger, these egg rolls are air-fried to perfection, giving you all the crunch without the oil. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauces like duck sauce or soy sauce, and you’ve got a snack or appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 egg rolls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Rolls
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground pork or chicken
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 medium carrot shredded
  • 3 scallions chopped
  • 3 cups shredded green cabbage
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
  • 12 egg roll wrappers
  • Oil for brushing
For Dipping Sauces
  • Duck sauce
  • Plum sauce
  • Soy sauce

Method
 

Step 1: Cook the Filling
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground pork or chicken and break it apart with a spatula or wooden spoon. Cook for 6–8 minutes, or until the meat is fully browned and cooked through.
  2. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, shredded carrot, chopped scallions, and shredded cabbage to the skillet. Cook for another 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cabbage softens and wilts.
  3. Stir in the soy sauce and rice wine vinegar, and mix everything together. Remove the skillet from heat and let the filling cool for a few minutes.
Step 2: Assemble the Egg Rolls
  1. Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean, dry surface with one corner pointing toward you (like a diamond shape).
  2. Place about 1/4 cup of the cooled filling in the center of the wrapper.
  3. Dip your fingers in water and lightly wet the edges of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll the wrapper tightly into a cylinder, sealing the top corner.
  4. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers until you have 12 egg rolls.
Step 3: Air Fry the Egg Rolls
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F.
  2. Lightly brush or spray the egg rolls with oil to help them crisp up.
  3. Place the egg rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each roll to allow air circulation.
  4. Cook for 6–7 minutes, then flip the egg rolls. Brush or spray with oil again, and cook for another 4–5 minutes, or until the egg rolls are golden brown and crispy.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Remove the egg rolls from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving.
  2. Serve warm with dipping sauces like duck sauce, plum sauce, or soy sauce.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the filling or assemble the egg rolls in advance and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before air frying.
  • Freezing Option: Freeze uncooked egg rolls in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag. Cook from frozen in the air fryer, adding an extra 2–3 minutes to the cooking time.
  • Vegetarian Option: Swap the meat for tofu, mushrooms, or extra vegetables to make vegetarian egg rolls.
  • Avoid Overcrowding: Cook the egg rolls in batches if needed to ensure even cooking and crispiness.

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