Easy Egg Roll Recipe with Ground Beef

Egg rolls are a delicious and popular Chinese dish, but they can be time-consuming and difficult to make at home. This easy egg roll recipe with ground beef is the perfect solution for busy cooks who want to enjoy this classic dish without all the hassle.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 package egg roll wrappers
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon water

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat.
2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
3. Add the onion, celery, carrots, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper and cook until softened.
4. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, garlic powder, and ground black pepper and stir to combine.
5. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. To assemble the egg rolls, place a wrapper in front of you with the long edge facing you.
7. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling onto the wrapper.
8. Fold the bottom edge of the wrapper over the filling.
9. Fold the right and left edges of the wrapper over the filling.
10. Roll the wrapper up tightly.
11. Seal the edges of the wrapper with the beaten egg and water mixture.
12. Repeat steps 6-11 until all of the filling has been used.
13. Place the egg rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
14. Bake in a preheated 375 degrees F oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
15. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

FAQ

Q: How can make egg rolls ahead of time?

A: You can make the egg rolls ahead of time and freeze them for later. To freeze the egg rolls, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for 1-2 hours. Once the egg rolls are frozen solid, transfer them to a freezer bag or container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to eat the egg rolls, thaw them in the refrigerator overnight and then bake them according to the instructions.

Q: What can use instead of ground beef?

A: You can use any type of ground meat in this recipe, such as chicken, pork, or turkey. You can also use tofu or vegetables instead of meat.

Q: What dipping sauce can use with egg rolls?

There are many different dipping sauces that you can use with egg rolls, such as soy sauce, sweet and sour sauce, or chili sauce. You can also make your own dipping sauce by mixing equal parts soy sauce, vinegar, and chili sauce.

Q: How do make the egg roll wrappers stick together?

To make the egg roll wrappers stick together, you can brush them with beaten egg and water mixture. You can also use a little bit of flour to help the wrappers stick together.

Q: Why are my egg rolls soggy?

There are a few reasons why your egg rolls might be soggy. One possibility is that you didn’t cook