Air Fryer Egg Rolls
Ready in about 34 minutes.
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Crunchy Chinese-takeaway egg rolls without the deep-frying mess. The air fryer crisps the wrappers to a shattering, golden shell while the pork-and-cabbage filling stays juicy inside, using barely a brush of oil.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 250 g minced pork
- 3 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 carrot, grated
- 2 spring onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 2 tbsp water
- Spray oil
Method
- 1Brown the pork in a pan, then stir in cabbage, carrot, spring onions, soy sauce, sesame oil and ginger until the cabbage wilts. Cool fully.
- 2Lay a wrapper as a diamond, add 2 tbsp filling near the bottom corner, fold sides in and roll tightly, sealing the tip with the cornflour paste.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 190°C/375°F.
- 4Spray the rolls all over with oil and arrange seam-side down in a single layer, leaving space between each.
- 5Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until deep golden and crisp.
- 6Rest 2 minutes, then serve with sweet chilli or soy dipping sauce.
Tips for the best results
- Cool the filling completely or steam will make the wrappers soggy and hard to roll.
- Do not overfill; 2 tbsp per roll keeps them sealed and crunchy.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer egg rolls steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer egg rolls?
A typical starting point is 190°C / 375°F for 8-10 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer egg rolls ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer egg rolls serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.
Can I use frozen egg rolls?
Yes, cook from frozen at 190°C/375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping once, until piping hot and crisp.