Authentic Chinese Egg Rolls for American Taste

Ingredients and Weight:

• 12 egg roll wrappers (16 oz.)
• 1 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup chopped cabbage
• 1/4 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped onions
• 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped bamboo shoots
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, cabbage, carrots, celery, onions, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Place an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture into the center.
3. Fold the bottom corner over the filling. Roll it up tightly, starting from the bottom to the top.
4. Tuck in the sides and brush the edges with water to seal.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F.
6. Carefully drop the egg rolls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 10-12 minutes.
7. Drain the egg rolls on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information:

Calories: 200 per egg roll Fat: 10g (50% from saturated fat) Sodium: 800mg Cholesterol: 40mg Carbohydrates: 20g *Protein: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy and golden exterior
• Savory and flavorful meat filling
• Perfect for parties and gatherings
• Can be customized with different vegetables and seasonings

User Comments:

• "These egg rolls were so delicious and authentic. I loved the combination of flavors."
• "The perfect balance of crispy and tender. The dipping sauce complemented the egg rolls perfectly."
• "I'm not usually a fan of egg rolls, but these were truly exceptional."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overfill the egg rolls, or they will burst during frying.
• Use a neutral-flavored oil for frying, such as vegetable oil or grapeseed oil.
• Serve the egg rolls hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour sauce or duck sauce.