Description
Crispy and creamy, these avocado egg rolls are a delightful appetizer or snack. Filled with a fresh mixture of mashed avocado, diced tomato, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice, then wrapped in crispy egg roll wrappers and fried to golden perfection, they offer a delicious combination of textures and flavors that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Avocado Filling
- 3 diced avocados
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 diced Roma tomato
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Egg Rolls
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Heat oil: In a large skillet, heat 1 cup of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot enough for frying.
- Prepare filling: In a medium bowl, mash the diced avocados to your desired consistency. Add diced red onion, diced Roma tomato, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble egg rolls: Lay one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing towards you. Spoon a portion of the avocado mixture into the center of the wrapper.
- Fold wrappers: Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water using your finger. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling and roll tightly.
- Seal rolls: Fold in the two side corners and continue rolling tightly to the top corner. Press the edges firmly to seal the wrapper. Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Fry egg rolls: Carefully add the assembled egg rolls to the hot oil. Fry for 2 to 3 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are evenly golden brown on all sides.
- Drain and serve: Remove the egg rolls using metal tongs and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy wrapper and avoid sogginess.
- You can use a store-bought or homemade dipping sauce such as sweet chili sauce or a creamy ranch for enhanced flavor.
- Be gentle when folding and sealing the egg rolls to prevent tearing the wrappers.
- These egg rolls are best enjoyed fresh but can be kept warm in a low oven if needed.
- For a healthier alternative, try baking the egg rolls at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: avocado egg rolls, fried avocado appetizer, crispy avocado rolls, vegetarian appetizer, easy party snacks
