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Air Fryer Egg Rolls — American Snacks recipe, 30 min, serves 4American

Air Fryer Egg Rolls

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Crispy homemade egg rolls stuffed with cabbage, carrots, and seasoned pork, cooked in the air fryer until the wrappers blister and crackle. All the crunch of deep-fried egg rolls without the mess.

30
min
20
prep
🔥
10
cook
👥
4
servings
210
kcal / serving
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Instructions

1

Cook ground pork in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

6:00
2

Add cabbage, carrot, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger to the pork. Cook for 3 minutes until vegetables soften. Let cool slightly.

3:00
3

Place filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold bottom corner up, tuck sides in, and roll tightly. Seal edges with water.

💡 Keep unused wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
4

Lightly spray egg rolls with cooking oil on all sides.

5

Cook in the air fryer at 190°C (375°F) for 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.

10:00

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Common Questions

Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes, skip the pork and add extra cabbage, mushrooms, and bean sprouts for a vegetarian filling.
Why are my egg rolls soggy?
The filling may be too wet. Let cooked vegetables cool and drain any excess liquid before wrapping.
Can I use spring roll wrappers instead?
Spring roll wrappers are thinner and will crisp faster. Reduce cook time by 2 minutes and watch closely.
How many can I cook at once?
Arrange in a single layer without overlapping. Most air fryers fit 4-6 egg rolls per batch.

What to drink with this

🍷
Wine
Zinfandel or California Cabernet — bold reds match smoke and umami.
🍺
Beer
American IPA or amber ale.
🍸
Cocktail
Old Fashioned with a bourbon base.
🥤
Non-alcoholic
Sparkling water with lemon or a craft root beer.

Ingredient substitutions

IngredientReplace withRatioNotes
soy saucetamari1:1Gluten-free. Slightly less sweet, more pronounced umami.
coconut aminos1:1Soy-free + gluten-free. Slightly sweeter; reduce other sweeteners.
The story behind this recipe ▾
Egg rolls became a staple of American-Chinese cuisine in the mid-20th century. The air fryer produces a blistered, crackly wrapper that rivals deep-fried versions while keeping the filling moist.
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This recipe is for inspiration only. We do not provide food safety, storage, or nutritional advice. Always follow your local food safety guidelines. Check all ingredients for allergens.
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