These crispy Air Fryer Egg Rolls deliver all the satisfying crunch you love, with just 174 calories per serving. By using the air fryer instead of deep frying, you’ll get that golden-brown exterior and savory filling while keeping the fat content to only 10g per roll. Ready in just 30 minutes total, these healthier egg rolls still pack an impressive 10g of protein – making them perfect as an appetizer or light meal. The best part? You’ll achieve that authentic takeout taste right in your own kitchen.
Ingredients Needed
- Ground Pork: 1 pound, ideal for juicy filling
- Coleslaw Mix: 14 oz bag, provides perfect crunch
- Egg Roll Wrappers: 10 pieces, keep covered while working
- Sesame Oil: 1 tablespoon, adds authentic Asian flavor
- Aromatics: 1 teaspoon each grated garlic and ginger
- Sauce Mix: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon each hoisin and sweet chili sauce
- Scallions: 1/4 cup, thinly sliced for garnish
- Egg Wash: 1 large egg beaten with water for sealing
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare Filling: Heat sesame oil and brown pork until no pink remains, breaking into small pieces
- Add Vegetables: Mix in coleslaw, garlic, and ginger, cooking for 2 minutes until slightly softened
- Season: Combine sauces in a bowl and add to the mixture with scallions
- Prep Air Fryer: Spray basket with oil and preheat to 375°F while filling cools
- Assemble Rolls: Place 1/3 cup filling in each wrapper, fold corners, roll tightly, seal with egg wash
- Air Fry: Cook seam-side down for 8 minutes, flip and finish for 3-5 minutes until golden
- Serve: Garnish with green onions and pair with sweet chili sauce for dipping
Perfect Rolling Tips
Rolling egg rolls can be so much fun once you get the hang of it! Place your wrapper like a diamond, add filling in the center, then fold the bottom corner up and over. Tuck in those sides nice and snug, and roll upward. The key is not overfilling – stick to that ⅓ cup measure. A little egg wash on the final corner works like glue to keep everything sealed. If your first few look a bit messy, don’t worry! By your third or fourth roll, you’ll be a pro.
Make It Your Own
Love to mix things up? Try ground chicken or turkey instead of pork for a lighter option. Vegetarians can swap in crumbled tofu or finely chopped mushrooms. The coleslaw mix is a wonderful shortcut, but you can also shred your own cabbage and carrots. Add extra veggies like bean sprouts or water chestnuts for more crunch. Just keep the filling amount the same so your egg rolls roll up nicely!
Serving Ideas
These crispy egg rolls shine as an appetizer with sweet chili sauce, but why stop there? Make a quick dipping sauce bar with soy sauce, duck sauce, or spicy mustard. Turn them into a meal by serving with steamed rice and stir-fried veggies. For a party spread, cut them in half diagonally and stand them up in a pretty serving dish. Sprinkle extra green onions on top for a pop of color!
Storage & Reheating
Made too many? Lucky you! Keep cooked egg rolls in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. To get them crispy again, pop them back in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes. You can also freeze them after cooking – just let them cool completely, wrap individually in foil, and store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat straight from frozen in the air fryer at 350°F for 5-6 minutes.
Air Fryer Egg Rolls
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 Egg Rolls Use 2 or 4 egg rolls
Instructions
- Pick out the frozen egg rolls you’d like to use.
- Decide how many frozen egg rolls you’d like to make.
- Put the egg rolls into the air fryer basket or air fryer tray (no oil needed).
- Air Fry at 390F/199C for 6-8 minutes.
