Follow these steps for perfect results
unsalted butter
melted
oyster mushrooms
cut into 1/2-inch pieces
shiitake mushrooms
stems discarded, caps sliced 1/4 inch thick
cremini mushrooms
sliced 1/4 inch thick
Shaoxing wine
soy sauce
salt
pepper
freshly ground
extra-virgin olive oil
garlic cloves
thinly sliced
lemongrass
tender white inner bulb only, minced
red Thai chile
minced
shallot
minced
fresh ginger
minced
lemon zest
finely grated
egg roll wrappers
thin
egg
beaten
mayonnaise
vegetable oil
vegetable oil
for frying
tarragon
chopped
lime juice
fresh
rice vinegar
Boston lettuce leaves
halved
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add all mushrooms, Shaoxing wine or sherry, and soy sauce to the skillet.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cook over high heat, stirring, for 1 minute.
Cover and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms release their liquid and are tender (about 8 minutes).
Uncover and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until browned (about 4 minutes).
In a small skillet, heat olive oil over low heat.
Add garlic, lemongrass, chile, shallot, and 1 tablespoon of ginger to the small skillet.
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are golden brown (about 7 minutes).
Add lemon zest to the garlic mixture and stir to combine.
Stir the garlic mixture into the mushroom mixture.
Lightly brush an egg roll wrapper with beaten egg.
Spread 1/4 cup of the mushroom mixture on the lower third of the wrapper.
Bring the lower edge up and over the filling and roll up, folding in the sides as you go.
Lightly flatten the roll and brush it with beaten egg.
Repeat the wrapping process with remaining wrappers and filling.
In a blender, puree mayonnaise, vegetable oil, tarragon, lime juice, vinegar, and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of ginger until smooth.
Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
In a medium skillet, heat 1 inch of vegetable oil to 250°F.
Add 3 or 4 spring rolls to the hot oil and fry gently until nicely browned on each side (about 1 minute per side).
Drain fried spring rolls on the prepared baking sheet.
Repeat the frying process with remaining spring rolls.
Cut the rolls in half on the diagonal, wrap them in lettuce leaves, and serve immediately with the ginger sauce.
Expert advice for the best results
Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature for even browning.
Don't overcrowd the skillet when frying the spring rolls.
Serve the spring rolls immediately for the best texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Filling can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Arrange spring rolls on a platter with lettuce leaves and a small bowl of ginger sauce.
Serve as an appetizer or light lunch.
Garnish with chopped green onions or cilantro.
Complements the ginger and mushroom flavors.
Crisp and refreshing.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Spring rolls are often associated with celebrating the arrival of spring and new beginnings.
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