Ingredients
Method
Make the Filling
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the beef. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the shredded cabbage, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the cabbage is wilted and tender, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in the chopped scallions and remove from heat. Let the filling cool completely, about 20 minutes. This step is crucial to prevent soggy egg rolls.
Assemble the Egg Rolls
- Place an egg roll wrapper on a clean work surface with one corner pointing toward you, like a diamond shape.
- Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the cooled filling onto the bottom third of the wrapper, leaving space on the sides.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the left and right corners. Roll tightly toward the top corner.
- Brush the top corner with beaten egg and press to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
Fry the Egg Rolls
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add 3-4 egg rolls to the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining egg rolls.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
These egg rolls can be assembled up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerated before frying. They also freeze well after assembly - just fry them straight from frozen, adding 1-2 extra minutes to the cooking time. Make sure your oil temperature stays consistent for the crispiest results. If you don't have a thermometer, test with a small piece of wrapper - it should sizzle immediately when added to the oil.
