Simple Homemade Egg Rolls
Hey there, bustling folks! Egg rolls are your perfect on-the-go snack. Heading to work, school, or hitting the road? These babies are your pocket-friendly, tasty treats. Just wrap 'em up in plastic, and when hunger strikes, you’re all set. They’re satisfying and yummy, without the worry of spoilage or staining your threads like other snacks. A total win for your travel munchies!
Why I love this recipe
I’m all about this recipe for a trio of reasons. First up, the ingredients are a feast for the senses. Picture this: red and green peppers, carrots, kimchi, and onions coming together in a rainbow of flavors.
It’s a culinary party where the spicy kick of peppers, the sweet crunch of carrots, the tangy bite of kimchi, and the sweet aroma of onions all mingle. Every bite is a flavor explosion!
Next, it’s a breeze to whip up and a blast to make. Chop up your ingredients, toss them with eggs and flour, and into the pan they go. Watching the batter transform and roll into perfect logs is pure cooking joy, and it’s so easy, even if you’re not a kitchen wizard. Lastly, this recipe is as flexible as it gets. Mix and match to your heart’s content. Love that tang? Heap on the kimchi. Have a sweet tooth? More carrots, please. And the best part? You can cook up a couple at a time, ready to share with your crew. Because sharing deliciousness is what it’s all about!
Ingredients and Substitutes
To make this delicacy, you need to prepare the following ingredients:
Main Ingredients
Red pepper: adds color and a slightly spicy taste to the dish.
Green pepper: brings a refreshing taste and spicy flavor.
Carrots: provide nutrients such as carotene, increase sweetness and taste.
Sour kimchi: gives a unique sour taste and enhances the flavor.
Onions: adds onion aroma and enriches the taste.
Eggs: are the main raw material of omelettes, making the omelettes rich in protein and tender.
Supplementary Ingredients
Flour: plays a role in binding ingredients and shaping the batter.
Seasonings
Salt: used for basic seasoning and enhances the taste.
Oil: used for frying omelettes to make the surface golden and crispy.
Substitutes
Red and green peppers can be replaced with colored peppers, etc., which will change the taste and spiciness.
Sour kimchi can be replaced with other fermented vegetables with a stronger sour taste, such as sauerkraut.
Flour If regular flour is not available, gluten-free flour mixture can be used instead.
Tips for Success
Choose fresh ingredients: Use fresh vegetables and eggs. Fresh vegetables taste better and are rich in moisture, which can add flavor. Fresh eggs can blend better with the ingredients and make the omelette structure more stable.
Stirring: Stir the ingredients thoroughly to prevent the flour from lumps and evenly coat the ingredients with egg liquid and flour. Make the omelette texture uniform and avoid local voids or accumulation of ingredients.
Control the heat: When pursuing your goals, be patient and don't rush for success. Simmer over low heat to ensure that each step is stable and reliable.
Master the time: Fry the bottom for 90 seconds, roll it into a long roll, and fry it for another minute. The same is true for the second omelette. If the time is too long, the omelette will become old and dry, and if it is too short, the inside will not be cooked.
INGREDIENTS
Main Ingredients
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·50g red pepper
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·50g green pepper
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·50g carrot
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·50g sour kimchi
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·50g onion
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·3 eggs
Accessories
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·30g flour (3 tbsp)
Seasonings
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·2.5g salt (0.5 tsp)
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·40ml oil
COOKING STEP
Step 1
Wash the red pepper, green pepper, carrot, pickles and onion thoroughly, then cut them into small pieces about 0.5 cm in size, so as to make them more delicious.
Step 2
In a large bowl, beat in 3 eggs, then add the diced red pepper, green pepper, carrot, onion and kimchi, stirring well to coat each ingredient with egg mixture.
Step 3
Next, add 3 tablespoons of flour and half a teaspoon of salt to the bowl and beat again until the batter is smooth and grain-free.
Step 4
Preheat the pan and pour in 20ml of oil. When the oil is hot, pour in the batter. Remember to drizzle some oil on the side of the pan while frying so that it does not stick.
Step 5
Fry for about 90 seconds, see the bottom of the omelette formed, quickly roll long strips, fry for 1 minute, you can fish out.
Step 6
Pour another 20ml of oil into the pan and cook the second omelette in the same way as before.
Step 7
Once the second omelette is ready, let it cool slightly, then cut it into small pieces with a knife and serve on a plate.
Storage Instructions
Short-term storage (within 1-2 days)
Store at room temperature (if conditions permit): Store egg rolls in a covered container at room temperature at 15-20℃ in a dry environment, and avoid light and odor.
Store in refrigerator (more commonly used): Seal the egg rolls with plastic wrap or a fresh-keeping bag and place them in the refrigerator (2-8℃). Low temperature can inhibit bacteria. Let them warm up slightly before eating.
Long-term storage (more than 2 days)
Store in the freezer: If you don't plan to eat them in the short term, seal the egg rolls with a fresh-keeping bag or a fresh-keeping box and place them in the freezer (below -18℃). Take them out in advance before eating, thaw them in the refrigerator or at room temperature, and then heat them in a frying pan. However, the taste of frozen egg rolls is slightly worse than fresh ones, and the texture will be looser.
Recipe Variations
Ingredient Variations
Add meat: Add diced ham or bacon to add salty, smoky flavor and protein to enhance satiety.
Change vegetables: Replace some diced carrots with corn kernels to bring a sweet and crisp taste; or add diced mushrooms to make the taste more intense.
Seasoning Variations
Add spice powder: Add a small amount of black pepper or cumin powder when stirring the batter to add a unique aroma and diversify the taste.
Change sauce: Apply ketchup, sweet and spicy sauce or salad dressing when rolling the omelette to match the flavor of the omelette to create a new flavor.
Production method variation
Layered production: First fry part of the batter into a pancake, then pour the remaining batter after spreading cheese. After the cheese melts, it has the effect of bonding and enriching the taste, and can also be drawn.
Baking attempt: Pour the batter into the baking pan and bake in the oven at 180℃ for 15-20 minutes. The baked omelet has a slightly crisp crust and soft interior. The taste is different from that of fried omelet.
