Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 cup

raw shrimp

finely chopped

1 cup

celery

finely chopped

8.5 unit

water chestnuts

finely chopped

0.5 cup

green onion

finely chopped

1 clove

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

cornstarch

0.25 tsp

fresh ginger

grated

6 tbsp

oil

6 unit

egg roll wrap

Step 1
~3 min

Finely chop the raw shrimp, celery, and water chestnuts.

Step 2
~3 min

Finely chop the green onion and mince the garlic clove.

Step 3
~3 min

Grate the fresh ginger.

Step 4
~3 min

In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons of corn oil over medium heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the shrimp, celery, water chestnuts, green onion, and garlic to the skillet.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir in the soy sauce, cornstarch, and ginger.

Step 8
~3 min

Spread approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling down the center of each egg roll wrapper.

Step 9
~3 min

Tuck the sides of the wrapper over the filling.

Step 10
~3 min

Roll up the egg roll, securing with a wooden pick if necessary.

Step 11
~3 min

In the skillet, heat the remaining 3 tablespoons of oil.

Step 12
~3 min

Add the egg rolls, a few at a time, and brown on all sides until golden brown and crispy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

Do not overcrowd the skillet when frying the egg rolls.

Ensure the oil is hot before adding the egg rolls for optimal crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Filling can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with dipping sauce.

Offer a variety of dipping sauces.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fried rice
Hot and sour soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Commonly served during Chinese New Year.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Dinner Party
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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