Description
Crispy Mexican chicken egg rolls blend zesty flavors from traditional Mexican cuisine with Asian-inspired rolling techniques. Crunchy wrappers packed with spiced chicken, peppers, and cheese create an irresistible fusion appetizer that can satisfy hungry crowds at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) shredded chicken
- 1 cup (240 ml) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup (240 ml) corn kernels
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 egg roll wrappers
- ½ cup (120 ml) diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup (60 ml) salsa
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Filling Preparation: Blend shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese, red bell pepper, cilantro, jalapeño, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until evenly distributed.
- Wrapper Technique: Position egg roll wrapper diagonally, place filling centrally, fold bottom corner over mixture, tuck side corners to create a secure envelope, then roll tightly upward.
- Sealing Process: Moisten final wrapper corner with water to ensure secure closure, repeating for all remaining rolls.
- Frying Method: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep skillet, carefully submerge 3-4 egg rolls simultaneously, frying 2-3 minutes per side until achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior.
- Draining Protocol: Transfer fried egg rolls to a wire rack lined with paper towels, allowing excess oil to drain completely.
- Sauce Crafting: Whisk sour cream, salsa, lime juice, and cumin together to create a vibrant, complementary dipping sauce.
- Serving Presentation: Plate piping hot egg rolls with prepared sauce, optionally garnishing with additional fresh cilantro for enhanced visual appeal and flavor.
Notes
- Optimize Filling Distribution: Mix ingredients thoroughly to ensure even flavor in every bite, preventing bland or overly spicy sections.
- Master Wrapper Technique: Fold carefully and tightly to prevent oil seepage during frying, which can cause uneven cooking and potential splattering.
- Temperature Control is Crucial: Maintain consistent 350°F oil heat for perfectly crispy exterior without burning or undercooking the egg rolls.
- Drainage Matters: Use wire rack with paper towels to remove excess oil, keeping egg rolls crisp and preventing soggy bottoms.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg