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30-Min Chicken Spring Rolls

30-Min Crispy Chicken Spring Rolls

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Servings 4
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

For the filling

  • 4 ounces glass noodles
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil, divided (high-smoking-point oil)
  • 1 pound ground chicken, or replace with pork, beef, or turkey
  • 1 large carrot, shredded
  • 1 ½ cups cabbage, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 stalks scallions, sliced

For the str-fry sauce

For the spring rolls

Instructions

  • To rehydrate the glass noodles, in a bowl, add the glass noodles and pour in hot water. Let soak for about 2 minutes until slightly softened, then drain and cut into 2-inch segments.
  • To cook the chicken, in a pan over high heat, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the ground chicken and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until cooked through. Add the garlic and stir-fry for about 10 seconds until fragrant. Remove and set aside.
  • To cook the vegetables, in the same pan over high heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the carrot and cabbage and stir-fry for about 1 minute until just softened.
  • To make the filling, return the cooked chicken to the pan along with the glass noodles and scallions. Season with oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and white pepper. Stir-fry until everything is evenly combined, then remove from the heat and let the filling cool slightly.
  • To assemble the spring rolls, place a wrapper on a flat surface in a diamond shape, with one corner pointing toward you. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling near the bottom corner. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll tightly. Brush the top corner with beaten egg to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  • To fry the spring rolls, in a pot over high heat, add cooking oil and heat to 350°F (177°C). Carefully add the spring rolls and fry for about 3 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain.
  • Serve hot on their own or with sweet chili sauce.

Video

Notes

  • Use glass noodles: They absorb excess moisture and keep the rolls crispy.
  • Cool the filling before wrapping: Prevents steam from weakening the wrapper.
  • Roll tightly: Eliminates air pockets and ensures even frying.
  • Maintain oil temperature: Fry at 350°F (177°C) for best results.
  • Protein swap: Substitute ground pork, beef, turkey, or finely chopped shrimp.
  • Air-fry option: Lightly brush the assembled spring rolls with oil and air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
  • How to freeze: After rolling, place the spring rolls in a single layer on a tray and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Fry directly from frozen at 350°F (177°C), adding 1–2 extra minutes. Do not thaw before frying.
Author: CiCi Li
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Chinese