Golden Crispy Spring Rolls (Chả giò)

Chả giò, also known as Vietnamese Golden Crispy Spring Rolls, is a popular dish in Vietnamese cuisine. These spring rolls are filled with a delicious mixture of ground pork, shrimp, vegetables, and vermicelli noodles, then deep-fried until golden and crispy.

Golden Crispy Spring Rolls (Chả giò)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb ground pork
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup vermicelli noodles, soaked in water until soft
  • 20 spring roll wrappers
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, shrimp, carrots, cabbage, mushrooms, onions, garlic, and vermicelli noodles.
  2. Place a spring roll wrapper on a clean surface and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the bottom third of the wrapper.
  3. Roll the wrapper over the filling, tucking in the sides, and continue to roll into a tight cylinder. Seal the edge with the beaten egg.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Carefully place the spring rolls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Remove the spring rolls from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  7. Serve the chả giò with dipping sauce and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Deep-frying

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per roll
Protein
8g
Fat
10g
Carbohydrates
15g

Supplies

Large bowl Cutting board Knife Deep pan for frying Tongs Paper towels

Tools

Frying thermometer

Serving suggestions

Serve the chả giò with a side of fresh lettuce, herbs, and dipping sauce.

Tips & tricks

Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the spring rolls to ensure a crispy texture.

Cost

$15