Follow these steps for perfect results
canola oil
garlic
finely chopped
ginger
finely chopped
serrano chiles
stemmed and finely chopped
ground pork
Chinese cabbage
shredded
bamboo shoots
rinsed and julienned
soy sauce
black mushrooms
soaked and julienned
Shaoxing wine
cornstarch
mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
salt
pepper
scallions
chopped
bean threads
soaked, drained, and cut into 2-inch pieces
egg roll wrappers
egg
beaten with 1/4 cup water, for egg wash
rice wine vinegar
soy sauce
Shaoxing wine
pineapple juice
fresh
brown sugar
white sugar
red chile flakes
pineapple
cut into cubes
mango
cut into cubes
red peppers
1/2 inch dice
green peppers
1/2 inch dice
cornstarch
mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
dry mustard
mixed with 1/4 cup water
Dijon mustard
sugar
Heat a wok or skillet over high heat.
Add canola oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Add garlic, ginger, and serrano chiles and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Ensure aromatics do not burn.
Add ground pork and stir-fry until cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
Add shredded cabbage, bamboo shoots, soy sauce, mushrooms, and Shaoxing wine. Cook until soft, about 3 minutes.
Add cornstarch slurry to thicken.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the filling mixture to a medium bowl and add scallions and bean threads to the cooled mixture.
Stir to blend.
Dampen a kitchen towel.
Place 5 egg roll wrappers on a work surface and cover the remainder with the cloth to prevent drying.
Place about 1/4 cup of the filling on the wrappers, just above the near corners.
Bring the corner nearest you up over the filling and roll halfway; brush the edges with the egg wash, then fold in the side corners and continue rolling to enclose the filling completely.
Roll as tightly as possible.
Cover with the cloth and allow the rolls to rest, seam side down.
Fill and roll the remaining wrappers, cover, and allow the rolls to rest at least 2 minutes.
Fill a fryer or heavy medium pot 1/3 full with oil and heat to 350 degrees over high heat.
Add the egg rolls 4 to 6 at a time and fry them until light golden, turning as needed, about 5 minutes.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Fry again at 350 degrees just before serving for extra crispiness.
To Serve: Place a spoonful of Sweet and Sour Sauce in the middle of a serving plate.
Slice the rolls on the diagonal and arrange 3 of them around the sauce.
Drizzle the spicy mustard around the outside of the plate and serve.
For the Sweet and Sour Sauce: In a saucepan over medium high heat, add rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, pineapple juice, brown sugar, and white sugar.
Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium.
Add red chile flakes, pineapple, mango, peppers, and cornstarch, and let simmer for 2 minutes.
Serve hot.
For the Spicy Mustard: In a small bowl, whisk together the dry mustard, Dijon mustard, and sugar until a smooth paste is formed.
Expert advice for the best results
Fry the egg rolls twice for extra crispiness.
Make the sweet and sour sauce ahead of time.
Adjust the amount of chile flakes to your desired spice level.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Filling and sweet and sour sauce can be made ahead.
Arrange sliced egg rolls around a spoonful of sweet and sour sauce, drizzled with spicy mustard.
Serve as an appetizer or snack.
Pairs well with Asian-inspired salads.
Complements the flavors and cuts through the richness.
Acidity balances the sweetness and spice.
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Popular appetizer in Chinese-American restaurants.
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