Description
Yes, egg rolls can be gluten-free! This recipe uses gluten-free wrappers and simple whole ingredients to create a crispy, flavorful appetizer perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package gluten-free wrappers (or rice paper for a lighter version)
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground chicken or turkey)
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon minced or grated ginger (fresh is best)
- 3 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (Tamari works great)
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Optional Garnish:
- ¼ cup chopped green onion
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Then add shredded cabbage and carrots. Cook for 5–7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Return cooked meat to the skillet. Stir in gluten-free soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well and simmer for another 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
- Lay out a gluten-free egg roll wrapper (or softened rice paper) on a clean surface. Add a few tablespoons of filling to the center.
- Moisten the wrapper’s edges with beaten egg. Fold the sides in and roll tightly from bottom to top to form an egg roll. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry egg rolls in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pot.
- Drain cooked egg rolls on a wire rack lined with paper towels. Serve hot with gluten-free dipping sauce of your choice.
Notes
- Avoid overfilling to prevent wrapper tears and leaks during frying.
- Seal edges well using beaten egg to prevent unraveling.
- Work efficiently as gluten-free wrappers dry out quickly.
- Fresh ingredients will yield the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: PT25M
- Cook Time: CT15M
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per 100g
- Calories: 200–250 kcal
- Sugar: 2–4 g
- Sodium: 300–400 mg
- Fat: 10–15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3–5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7–10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20–30 g
- Fiber: 2–4 g
- Protein: 10–15 g
- Cholesterol: 40–60 mg