Description
Crispy cheeseburger egg rolls deliver explosive flavor straight from American comfort food traditions. Crunchy wrappers packed with savory ground beef, melted cheese, and zesty seasonings guarantee crowd-pleasing appetizers you’ll devour with pure excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 lb (454 g) ground beef
Cheese and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) ketchup
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
Seasoning and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vegetable oil (for brushing)
- Cooking oil for frying (or use an air fryer)
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, crumbling the meat with a spatula until fully cooked and no pink remains.
- Incorporate finely diced onions, ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the meat mixture. Simmer until sauce thickens and flavors meld, about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove meat mixture from heat and allow to cool slightly, then fold in shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
- Position egg roll wrapper diagonally, creating a diamond shape. Place a generous spoonful of beef and cheese mixture slightly below the center of the wrapper.
- Fold bottom corner of wrapper snugly over filling, then carefully fold side edges inward to prevent leakage.
- Roll wrapper tightly from bottom, using a small amount of water to seal the top corner, creating a secure package.
- For deep frying, heat oil to 350°F and submerge egg rolls, cooking until exterior turns golden brown and crispy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Alternatively, air fry egg rolls at 375°F, lightly brushing with oil and rotating midway through cooking, until exterior becomes crisp and golden.
- Rest egg rolls for one minute after cooking to allow filling to settle, then serve immediately with complementary dipping sauces like ketchup, mustard, or signature condiments.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent soggy egg rolls and ensure a crispy texture that everyone will love.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or smoked gouda for a unique flavor twist that elevates the classic cheeseburger profile.
- Use room temperature egg roll wrappers to prevent cracking and make rolling easier, creating picture-perfect appetizers every time.
- Consider baking as a healthier alternative, brushing with olive oil for a golden finish that cuts down on excess oil while maintaining a delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (for frying) or 10 minutes (for air frying)
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg