Description
These crispy, golden seafood egg rolls are stuffed with a delicious blend of shrimp, crab, and fresh vegetables, then fried to perfection. A perfect appetizer for any occasion, these egg rolls bring a seafood twist to a classic favorite.
Ingredients
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1 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped)
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½ lb crab meat (fresh or imitation)
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2 tbsp fish sauce
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1 tbsp ginger (grated)
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3 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 cup shredded cabbage
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1 medium carrot (julienned)
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2 green onions (chopped)
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1 tsp rice vinegar
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Egg roll wrappers (for wrapping)
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1 egg (beaten for sealing)
Optional for Dipping:
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Sweet chili sauce
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Soy sauce
Instructions
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Prepare the seafood filling:
In a large bowl, combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, fish sauce, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed. -
Add vegetables:
Stir in shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, and chopped green onions to the seafood mixture. Set aside. -
Assemble the egg rolls:
Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the seafood filling into the center of the wrapper. Fold in the sides, then roll from the bottom up. Seal the edge with beaten egg. -
Fry the egg rolls:
Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat (about 350°F). Fry the egg rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes, turning until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels. -
Serve:
Serve immediately with sweet chili or soy sauce for dipping.
Notes
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You can substitute shrimp with other seafood, such as scallops or lobster, for a variation.
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If you prefer a healthier version, you can bake the egg rolls at 400°F for about 20 minutes instead of frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Keywords: Seafood, egg rolls, shrimp, crab, appetizer, fried egg rolls, easy recipe, seafood appetizer, homemade egg rolls.