What are Spring Rolls?
To begin, let's settle the confusion of what a Spring Roll actually is. Spring rolls are a savoury, fried appetiser, and (not to be confused with Egg Rolls). Spring rolls were invented in Shanghai, China and are usually filled with sautéed shredded cabbage, mushrooms, scallions, and carrots wrapped with a delicate, thin wrapper.
How to Roll Spring Rolls?
To roll a restaurant-style spring roll, you'll need fresh spring roll wrappers and cornstarch water or eggwash. You'll also want to make sure they’re not over-filled, and wrapped tightly.
Here's how to roll spring rolls, step-by-step:
- Place the wrapper on a flat surface with one corner pointing towards you (it should be a diamond shape).
- Put about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper, and spread it to make a 5cm log.
- Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, rolling tightly to keep the spring rolls firm.
- Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling. Brush the top edge of the wrapper with egg. Roll up tightly, pressing to seal the edge. Put finished rolls, seam-side down, on a plate or baking sheet until ready to cook.
Recipes for Making Spring Rolls
Recipes for making spring rolls can vary, and there are many ways to get that perfect crisp coating (yes- you can air fry spring rolls!) However, the most authentic way to make spring rolls is by deep frying until golden brown. Here are some of our recipes for making spring rolls to help you re-create your favourite dim sum dish.
Prawn Spring Rolls
These crunchy, delicate spring rolls can be fried and frozen for up to 2 weeks. Just let them come to room temperature, then reheat in the oven at 200C.
Chicken and Avocado Spring Rolls
Fresh, creamy avocado inside of a golden-crisp coating- this recipe for spring rolls makes 12 servings, but they'll be gone in a matter of seconds.
Baked Spring Rolls
Baked, not fried, this spring roll recipe is wonderfully easy to make and served with a tasty ginger-soy sauce.
Prawn and Brussels Sprout Spring Rolls with Sesame Ginger Dipping Sauce
Crunch into Chef Bobby Flay's spring rolls with prawns, brussels sprouts, and chopped peanuts stuffed inside a golden, crispy shell.
Prawn Spring Rolls with Cucumber-Yoghurt Dip
Giada de Laurentiis' spring rolls are easier than they look! With a juicy filling and a refreshing yoghurt dip, this is the perfect platter to serve your guests.
Broccoli and Sweet Potato Spring Rolls
This Spring Roll recipe is entirely veggie-friendly and made with a filo-pastry crust rather than a typical spring roll wrapper!
Mushroom and Leek Spring Rolls
For this spring roll recipe, chef Ming Tsai likes to use lumpia wrappers for a thin, crisp finish.
