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The Ultimate Crispy Baked Egg Rolls: Healthier Takeout Favorite

Close-up of four golden brown, crispy baked egg roll appetizers stacked on a light ceramic plate.
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Make restaurant-quality crispy egg rolls at home without deep frying. This easy recipe delivers a flavorful, savory filling wrapped in a perfectly golden shell, making it a fantastic appetizer or quick dinner idea.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 (16 oz) package tri-color coleslaw mix
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, finely chopped or shredded
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 12–15 egg roll wrappers
  • Water, for sealing
  • Cooking spray (for baking)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in the garlic and ground ginger. Cook briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Add the coleslaw mix to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring often, until the cabbage is slightly wilted but still has some crispness.
  4. Add the cooked chicken, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together well and cook for 2 more minutes.
  5. Remove the filling mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly before you start rolling.
  6. Place one egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one corner pointing toward you (diamond shape). Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cooled filling into the center.
  7. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling. Fold the left and right corners inward over the center.
  8. Roll the wrapper tightly upward toward the top corner. Moisten the top edge of the wrapper with a little water to seal the roll completely. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
  9. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  10. Place the assembled egg rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops of the rolls generously with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
  11. Bake for 15–20 minutes, flipping the egg rolls halfway through, until they are deeply golden brown and crispy.
  12. Serve your homemade egg rolls immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For an air fryer method, cook at 380°F (195°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.
  • You can substitute the chicken with ground pork or shrimp for a different flavor profile.
  • These egg rolls freeze well. Place uncooked, sealed rolls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding 5–7 minutes to the cook time.

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