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Calling all egg roll lovers: my easy homemade Air Fryer Egg Rolls recipe is just what you need to satisfy your craving! Air frying egg rolls creates the perfect crispy golden outside with a tender inside. Delicious pork egg rolls, ready in under 30 minutes!
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Egg Rolls in the Air Fryer
You'll never need to order take-out again once you know how to make egg rolls at home! Serve my homemade egg rolls as an appetizer, light dinner, or a party side dish, and you will surely win everyone over. It's impossible to eat just one!
I love how easy clean-up is for these air fryer egg rolls. There are no splatters or messy oil to worry about, and they cook so quickly - just 8 minutes in the air fryer! That makes these pork egg rolls an excellent choice for preparing ahead of time and cooking on the fly.
Prepare these pork and vegetable egg rolls as is, or mix them up with your filling ingredients to make any air fryer egg rolls you want - either way, I guarantee you will love this recipe!
Turned out really good. No more deep frying. Healthier version!
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Pork Egg Roll Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Sesame seeds
- Ground pork
- Green onions
- Onion powder
- Black pepper
- Ground ginger
- Minced garlic
- White wine vinegar
- Soy sauce
- Coleslaw mix or shredded cabbage mix
- Egg roll wraps
Pork Egg Roll Air Fryer Recipe Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sesame seeds. Toast the seeds to golden brown.
- Add ground pork. Cook until browned, then add onion powder, black pepper, ground ginger, chopped green onions, minced garlic, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce. Cook until the juices evaporate.
- Add in the coleslaw mix and mix through. Cook so the slaw mix softens and stir through until everything is nicely combined.
- Lay out egg roll wrappers in the position of a diamond. Spoon two to three spoonfuls of meat into the center of the wrapper - make sure not to overstuff the egg rolls!
- Lightly wet the edge of the wrapper with water. Fold the left and right corners towards the center.
- Then, fold the bottom corner up, and roll the egg rolls shut, squeezing any air out as you roll them.
- Lightly wet the exposed corner to press it down and seal your egg roll.
- Spray the air fryer basket with oil, then place the egg rolls in the basket. Spray the egg rolls with oil.
- Cook for 8 minutes at 380°F, until crispy and golden brown on all sides. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Try serving pork egg rolls with sweet and sour sauce or chili sauce!
This recipe is also delicious when made with ground turkey.
Tips for Air Frying Egg Rolls
- If you'd like to add a different protein to this egg roll recipe, it must be cooked before being placed inside the egg roll wrapper. Some other protein ideas: chicken, beef, sausage, shrimp, tofu, or veggie egg rolls!
- In most grocery stores, egg roll wrappers are in the produce section near bottled salad dressings and sauces.
- Ensure not to overcrowd your air fryer; the air can circulate the egg rolls and cook them perfectly. Cook them in batches if needed! I love my 10-Quart Air Fryer for this recipe.
Isabel's Air Fryer
It's amazing what you can cook with an air fryer! I love mine and highly recommend it. It even has a steaming function to re-hydrate stale bread!
photo courtesy of Our Place
FAQ for Homemade Egg Rolls in the Air Fryer
You can pre-roll your egg rolls and store them in the refrigerator for up to 12 hours ahead of time. For best results, I recommend placing them in an airtight container with a damp rag over them to prevent them from becoming soggy. When ready to serve the next day, fry them up according to the recipe instructions. While you're at it, try my Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls!
Cooking egg rolls in the air fryer is easy, less messy, and more wholesome as they use much less oil. Aside from flipping the egg rolls halfway through, you can set them and forget them without hassle. Plus, air-fried egg rolls take only 8 minutes to cook.
Cook your egg rolls for 8 minutes at 380°F, flipping halfway through. They should be nicely crisp and golden-brown once cooked.
If you do not want to cook your egg rolls right away, you can place uncooked egg rolls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and place in the freezer. Transfer to an airtight container, and store for up to 1-2 months.
For reheating frozen egg rolls, I do not recommend thawing before. You will just need to add a few extra minutes to the cooking time. Start with 12 minutes and increase the time if you find it necessary.
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F. Spray your leftover egg rolls with olive oil spray on both sides (or brush them lightly with oil), and air fry for 5 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Air Fryer Finger Food Recipes
- Air Fried Brussels Sprouts
- Chick-Fil-A Nuggets in the Air Fryer
- Air Fryer Tortilla Chips
- Air Fried Mushrooms
- Cauliflower Wings Air Fried
Air Fryer Egg Rolls
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
- 1 pound ground pork
- 3 green onions
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar
- ½ Tablespoon soy sauce
- 1½ cups coleslaw mix
- 8 egg roll wrappers
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add olive oil and sesame seeds. Toast the seeds to golden-brown.2 Tablespoons olive oil,2 Tablespoons sesame seeds
- Add ground pork. Cook until browned, then add onion powder, black pepper, ground ginger, chopped green onions, minced garlic, white wine vinegar, and soy sauce. Cook until the juices evaporate.1 pound ground pork,1 teaspoon onion powder,½ teaspoon black pepper,½ teaspoon ground ginger,1 Tablespoon minced garlic,1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar,½ Tablespoon soy sauce,3 green onions
- Add in the coleslaw mix and mix through. Cook so the slaw mix softens and stir through until everything is nicely combined.1½ cups coleslaw mix
- Lay out egg roll wrappers in the position of a diamond. Spoon two to three spoonfuls of meat into the center of the wrapper – make sure not to overstuff the egg rolls!8 egg roll wrappers
- Lightly wet the edge of the wrapper with water. Fold the left and right corners towards the center.
- Then, fold the bottom corner up, and roll the egg rolls shut, squeezing any air out as you roll them.
- Lightly wet the exposed corner to press it down and seal your egg roll.
- Spray the air fryer basket with oil, then place the egg rolls in the basket. Spray the egg rolls with oil.
- Cook for 8 minutes at 380°F, until crispy and golden brown on all sides. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Try serving pork egg rolls with sweet and sour sauce or sweet chili sauce!
Notes
- If you'd like to add a different protein to this egg roll recipe, it must be cooked before being placed inside the egg roll wrapper. Some other protein ideas: chicken, beef, sausage, shrimp, tofu, or veggie egg rolls!
- In most grocery stores, you'll find egg roll wrappers in the produce section near bottle salad dressings and sauces.
- Make sure not to overcrowd your air fryer, this way the air can circulate around the egg rolls and cook them perfectly. Cook them in batches if needed.
Stephanie says
Can you assemble all of the egg rolls ahead of time and then air fry them about 2-3 hours later? Trying to save time while traveling for Christmas.
Thanks
Stephanie says
Sorry, I just looked through your post better and found the answer. My apologies.
Em Beitel says
It's no trouble, Stephanie! We hope you enjoy them! Safe travels and have a great holiday!
Brandee Goode says
Can you freeze them for later?
Isabel Laessig says
Hi Brandee! To freeze these egg rolls, cook them first, and allow them to cool. Then, wrap them tightly and store for up to 4 months labeled with the date. You can reheat them straight out of the freezer by preheating the air fryer to 380°F for 5 minutes, then air frying at the same temp for 12-15 minutes until they're crispy and heated through. Enjoy!
Mar says
Hello!
For freezing, do you recommend raw or cooked?
Thank you 🙂
Em Beitel says
Hi Mar! I would recommend cooking them first. Let them cool, then wrap them tightly and store them for up to 4 months or so. You can heat them straight out of the freezer, too. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 5 minutes, then air fry at the same temp for 12-15 minutes until crispy and heated through. Enjoy!