Description
Vietnamese-inspired crispy air fryer spring rolls offer a delightful blend of fresh vegetables and savory protein wrapped in delicate rice paper. Crunchy exterior and light filling make these rolls a perfect appetizer or light meal for you to enjoy with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 spring roll wrappers
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatic base by heating a skillet over medium flame and sautéing minced garlic until it releases its fragrant essence.
- Introduce shredded cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms to the skillet, allowing them to cook for approximately 5 minutes until achieving a tender yet vibrant texture.
- Enhance the vegetable medley with a drizzle of soy sauce and sesame oil, gently stirring to distribute the savory flavors evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Position a precise portion of the prepared filling onto one corner of a spring roll wrapper, meticulously folding the edges to create a tight, compact bundle.
- Secure the wrapper’s edges by lightly brushing with water, ensuring a seamless seal that prevents filling from escaping during cooking.
- Activate the air fryer and preheat to 375°F, creating an optimal cooking environment for crispy perfection.
- Delicately arrange the assembled spring rolls in the air fryer basket, maintaining space between each roll to guarantee even circulation of hot air.
- Lightly mist the spring rolls with cooking spray to promote a golden, crisp exterior.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, rotating midway to achieve uniform browning and crunchiness.
- Gently extract the spring rolls from the air fryer, allowing them to cool momentarily before serving alongside your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Swap proteins easily by using tofu, chicken, or shrimp to customize the filling according to dietary preferences.
- Drain vegetables thoroughly after cooking to prevent soggy spring rolls and ensure maximum crispiness in the air fryer.
- Freeze uncooked spring rolls for quick future meals by placing them on a baking sheet, freezing individually, then storing in a sealed bag for up to one month.
- Experiment with different vegetable combinations like bean sprouts, green onions, or water chestnuts to add unique textures and flavors to your spring rolls.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg