Spring Rolls

These classic Chinese-style spring rolls offer a delightful crunch and savory depth, perfect for any occasion. The filling combines minced pork with aromatic garlic, ginger, tender bamboo shoots, and earthy black mushrooms. Seasoned with a blend of soy sauces, oyster sauce, and a touch of sweetness from rice wine, the mixture is wrapped in delicate spring roll skins and deep-fried to a perfect golden brown. Ideal as an appetizer for parties, potlucks, or as a satisfying starter before a main course, these rolls bring authentic home-style flavor to your table.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Frying, Stewing

Cuisine: Chinese

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 12

Calories: 1454.1

Dietary: Vegan

Description

These classic Chinese-style spring rolls offer a delightful crunch and savory depth, perfect for any occasion. The filling combines minced pork with aromatic garlic, ginger, tender bamboo shoots, and earthy black mushrooms. Seasoned with a blend of soy sauces, oyster sauce, and a touch of sweetness from rice wine, the mixture is wrapped in delicate spring roll skins and deep-fried to a perfect golden brown. Ideal as an appetizer for parties, potlucks, or as a satisfying starter before a main course, these rolls bring authentic home-style flavor to your table.

Ingredients

Vegetable oil
Peanut oil
Boston butt, minced
Garlic, minced
Ginger, minced
Bamboo shoots
Black mushrooms, soaked
Cabbage, shredded
Rice wine or Sherry
Light soy sauce
Sesame oil
Chicken broth, boiling
Salt
White pepper
Cornstarch
Oyster sauce
Dark soy sauce
Spring roll skins
Oil

Directions

1
Heat vegetable or peanut oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
2
Add minced pork and brown thoroughly, breaking up any clumps.
3
Add minced garlic, ginger, bamboo shoots, black mushrooms, and shredded cabbage to the wok.
4
Stir-fry the mixture for 2-3 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
5
Pour in half of the rice wine or sherry, light soy sauce, and sesame oil; toss to combine.
6
Add boiling chicken broth to the wok.
7
Cover and simmer for 30 seconds to meld flavors.
8
In a small bowl, mix salt, white pepper, cornstarch, oyster sauce, and dark soy sauce until smooth.
9
Pour the sauce mixture into the wok, stirring constantly to thicken slightly.
10
Remove the wok from heat and let the filling cool completely before assembling.
11
Place a spring roll skin on a clean surface; spoon a small amount of cooled filling onto the center.
12
Fold the sides over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up.
13
Seal the edge with a mixture of beaten egg or water to prevent leaking.
14
Heat oil for deep frying to 365°F (185°C).
15
Carefully add spring rolls to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side.
16
Remove rolls and drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1454.1kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 130.2g201%
Saturated Fat 24.5g123%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 802.7mg34%
Total Carbohydrate 42.1g15%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g50%
Sugars 19.0g
Protein 51.6g104%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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