Crispy Shrimp Egg Rolls (Restaurant-Style!)
Golden, crunchy on the outside and juicy, flavorful on the inside—these shrimp egg rolls are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party favorite!
Ingredients (Makes 18–20 egg rolls)
Filling
1 lb (450 g) cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined & finely chopped
1 cup shredded cabbage
½ cup shredded carrots
½ cup bean sprouts, roughly chopped
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (optional but recommended)
1½ tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp black pepper
¼–½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)
For Wrapping & Frying
1 package egg roll wrappers (18–20 wrappers)
1 egg + 1 tbsp water (for sealing)
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Filling
Place chopped shrimp in a large bowl.
Add cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, green onions, garlic, and ginger.
Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Mix well until evenly combined.
Let filling rest 10 minutes to absorb flavors, then gently squeeze out excess moisture (important for crispy rolls!).
2️⃣ Assemble the Egg Rolls
Lay one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond shape.
Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling near the bottom corner.
Fold bottom corner over filling.
Fold in both sides snugly.
Roll tightly upward.
Brush top edge with egg wash and seal.
Repeat with remaining wrappers.
3️⃣ Fry the Egg Rolls
Heat oil to 375°F (190°C) in a deep pan or fryer.
Fry 3–4 egg rolls at a time (don’t overcrowd).
Cook 3–4 minutes, turning until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
Serve With (Highly Recommended!)
Sweet chili sauce
Soy sauce + rice vinegar
Sweet & sour sauce
Spicy mayo (½ cup mayo + 1–2 tbsp sriracha + 1 tsp lemon juice)
Pro Tips for Perfect Egg Rolls
Dry filling = crispy egg rolls (very important!)
Keep wrappers covered with a damp towel while working.
Fry seam-side down first so they stay sealed.
Cool on a wire rack to avoid sogginess.
Variations
Shrimp & Veggie: Add mushrooms or water chestnuts
Spicy Shrimp: Add 1 tsp chili garlic sauce
Shrimp & Cheese: Add ½ cup shredded mozzarella (fusion style!)
Healthier Cooking Options
Oven-Baked
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Brush egg rolls lightly with oil
Bake 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway
Air Fryer
Spray with oil
Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, turning once
