Shrimp Egg Rolls

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 cup chopped green onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 package (16 ounces) egg roll wrappers
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, green onion, bell pepper, carrots, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, ginger, and black pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the shrimp mixture onto the center of an egg roll wrapper. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly, using a little water to seal the wrapper.
4. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
5. In a large saucepan or deep fryer, heat the remaining vegetable oil to 375 degrees F.
6. Fry the egg rolls in batches until golden brown on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
7. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 250
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy and flavorful
• Perfect for appetizers or snacks
• Suitable for American taste
• Easy to prepare in advance

User Comments:

• "These egg rolls were amazing! The shrimp filling was so flavorful and the wrappers were crispy and delicious."
• "I love that these egg rolls are easy to make and can be customized with different fillings."
• "The perfect party appetizer! My guests loved them."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use large shrimp for a better filling-to-wrapper ratio.
• Marinate the filling for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavor.
• Do not overfill the egg rolls, as they will be difficult to roll and seal.
• Fry the egg rolls in batches to prevent them from sticking together.
• Serve the egg rolls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.