The Tsai family egg rolls are a delectable appetizer or main course that can be prepared with a variety of vegetables, proteins, and sauces. This article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect Tsai family egg rolls, from selecting the right ingredients to mastering the art of folding and frying. We'll discuss the different fillings you can use, how to make the wrappers from scratch, and how to achieve that golden-brown, crispy exterior. Additionally, we'll share our favorite sweet and sour sauce and spicy mustard recipes to complement the egg rolls. So, prepare your aprons and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tantalized and craving more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
MOM'S EGG ROLLS WITH SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE
It only takes 1 hour to create these appetizing ground beef egg rolls. Serve with a side of our sweet and sour sauce.
Provided by By Jessica Walker
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- To make sweet and sour sauce, in 1-quart saucepan, mix sugar, ketchup, 2/3 cup water, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and the salt. Cook 5 minutes. Stir in vinegar.
- In small bowl, mix cornstarch and 1/3 cup cold water. Add to sauce; cook until thickened.
- To make egg rolls, in 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef, onion and green onions until beef is thoroughly cooked. Drain off excess fat.
- Stir in coleslaw mix. Add soy sauce by pouring around top of mixture about 2 times. Taste and check saltiness; you can always add more. Cook until thoroughly heated.
- While cabbage mixture is cooking, place egg roll skins on large work surface. Spoon 1 serving spoon-size of beef mixture on center of each skin. For each egg roll, bring up bottom corner; fold in side corners and roll up. Bring down top corner; wet with small amount of water to stick.
- In small skillet, heat oil. When oil is hot, fry egg rolls until crispy. Shake off excess oil.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
SPICED CHICKEN FINGERS WITH SWEET-SOUR SAUCE
Steps:
- In a hot sauce pot coated with oil, saute the onions, ginger and carrots until soft, about 8 minutes. Season and add the pineapple, juice and vinegar. Cook until pineapple is soft, about 5 minutes. Puree mixture and check for seasoning. In another sauce pot filled 1/3 full of oil, heat to 350 degrees. In a bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, cayenne and sesame seeds. Whisk in the soda until a pancake batter consistency is achieved. Dip the chicken fingers individually in the batter and fry until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.
- PLATING Serve the soup in a small bowl on the same plate as a pile of mac-n-cheese. Place fingers on a plate around a small bowl of dipping sauce.
- Drink Suggestion: Fresh Orange Juice, Cranberry Juice, Limes and Club Soda for house made spritzers.
SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE (FOR DIPPING EGG ROLLS AND MORE)
Use this tasty sauce as a dip for egg rolls, crab rangoon, spring rolls...most crispy Asian appetizers will go well with this.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Sauces
Time 15m
Yield 3/4 cup
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place pineapple preserves in a small saucepan.
- Whisk together the remaining ingredients and stir in .
- Heat over low heat, stirring, until preserves melt and mixture thickens slightly and is well blended.
- Remove from heat and cool before using.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.6, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1110.9, Carbohydrate 162, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 111, Protein 3.1
SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE II
This simple sweet and sour sauce is delicious with egg rolls, spring rolls and other Asian-inspired delicacies. The pineapple tidbits may be omitted. Alter the amount of cornstarch as needed to obtain desired consistency.
Provided by myrite
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, mix together water, distilled white vinegar, white sugar, tomato paste, pineapple tidbits and cornstarch. Cook, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes, or until mixture reaches desired color and consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 31.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 28.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
SWEET & SPICY EGG ROLL SAUCE
Made this one day I had a hankering for egg rolls. It hit the spot. I usually vary the amount of sriracha depending on whether or not my son is eating it too. He hates spicy, but I love it so I add more than the suggested.
Provided by lobquin
Categories Sauces
Time 5m
Yield 1/4 cup, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Warm apricot preserves if needed.
- Mix all together.
- Eat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.8, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 359.8, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 1, Sugar 26.2, Protein 1.4
SWEET AND SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
Simple sauce that combines sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors into a wonderful dipping sauce for chips, grilled chicken, and spring rolls. It can be kept in the fridge for about a week.
Provided by Sean Gough
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Stir the vinegar and sugar together in a small saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, 7 to 10 minutes; add the salt, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir the chili garlic sauce into the mixture. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 24.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.3 g, Sodium 330.4 mg, Sugar 6.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your egg rolls.
- Don't overfill the egg roll wrappers. This will make them difficult to fold and seal.
- Be careful not to overcook the egg rolls. They should be cooked until they are golden brown and crispy, but not dry.
- Serve the egg rolls hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Sweet and sour sauce, spicy mustard, or duck sauce are all great options.
- Make ahead of time. Egg rolls can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When you're ready to cook them, simply heat them up in the oven or air fryer.
Conclusion:
Tsai Family Egg Rolls are a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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