Description
Crispy southwestern egg rolls deliver a flavor-packed punch of zesty southwestern charm. Packed with bold spices and fresh ingredients, these handheld delights promise a quick culinary adventure you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Protein-Enriched Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Vegetable and Legume Ingredients:
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup jalapeno, minced and seeded
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/3 cup cilantro leaves
Seasonings, Wrappers, and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 pack egg roll wrappers (21 count)
- Oil for frying
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine diced peppers, corn, black beans, chopped onions, minced jalapeno, wilted spinach, shredded cheese, and cooked chicken in a spacious mixing bowl, incorporating selected spices thoroughly.
- Lay out egg roll wrappers and distribute precise portions of prepared filling near one edge, carefully folding and rolling wrapper tightly while sealing margins using water as adhesive.
- Systematically position assembled rolls onto parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring minimal contact between individual pieces, then transfer to freezer for minimum two-hour solidification period.
- Preheat cooking oil in deep skillet to precise 350°F temperature, maintaining consistent heat for optimal frying performance.
- Gently submerge frozen rolls into hot oil, rotating occasionally to achieve uniform golden-brown exterior, approximately 3-4 minutes per side until crispy texture develops.
- Transfer freshly fried rolls onto layered paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain completely and maintaining crispness.
- Craft complementary dipping sauce by blending ranch dressing, ripe avocado, fresh cilantro, and seasoning until achieving smooth, consistent texture.
- Present rolls diagonally sliced, accompanied by prepared avocado ranch dip for enhanced culinary experience.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked chicken to speed up preparation and ensure food safety.
- Customize filling by swapping ingredients for vegetarian or gluten-free options like tofu or cauliflower.
- Pat ingredients dry before mixing to prevent soggy egg rolls and ensure crispy texture.
- Seal egg roll wrappers tightly with water to prevent filling from leaking during frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 21
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg