Banh Mi Egg Rolls

Banh Mi Egg Rolls: A Delicious Fusion of Vietnamese and Chinese Cuisine
Banh Mi Egg Rolls are a mouth-watering fusion of Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine that will leave you craving for more. This dish is a perfect appetizer or snack that is easy to make and packed with flavor. In this recipe, we will show you how to make Banh Mi Egg Rolls that are crispy on the outside and filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, vegetables, and spices.

Ingredients (serves 4):

- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup shredded daikon radish
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- Vegetable oil for frying

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to drain the excess liquid from the shredded carrots and daikon radish before adding them to the filling mixture.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove any excess oil from the egg rolls after frying.
- Serve the egg rolls with a side of sweet chili sauce or hoisin sauce for dipping.

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, shredded carrots, shredded daikon radish, chopped scallions, minced garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and black pepper.
2. Lay an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling mixture onto the center of the wrapper.
3. Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly.
4. Brush the edges of the wrapper with the beaten egg to seal.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F.
6. Fry the egg rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove the egg rolls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
8. Serve the Banh Mi Egg Rolls hot with a side of sweet chili sauce or hoisin sauce for dipping.
Appearance and Taste:
Banh Mi Egg Rolls are crispy on the outside and filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, vegetables, and spices. The filling is bursting with flavor and the texture is perfectly balanced between crunchy and tender. The egg rolls are golden brown and have a beautiful shine from the frying process. The aroma is irresistible and the taste is simply delicious.
Type of Dish: Appetizer/Snack

Main Ingredients:

- Ground pork
- Shredded carrots
- Shredded daikon radish