Crispy Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
Prep time: 15 mins | Cook time: 15 mins | Servings: 8 egg rolls
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 lb (450g) lean ground beef
- 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese (or 8 slices American cheese)
- 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely diced
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing wrappers)
- Vegetable oil (for frying or brushing)
Special Dipping Sauce
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp sweet relish or finely diced pickles
- 1/2 tsp yellow mustard
Instructions
- Cook Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned and fully cooked (6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Make Sauce: Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet relish, and mustard in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Assemble Rolls: Lay an egg roll wrapper flat like a diamond. Place 1–2 tablespoons of cheese, 2–3 tablespoons of seasoned ground beef, a spoonful of diced pickles, and a drizzle of sauce (or an extra slice of cheese) across the center.
- Fold & Roll: Fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in both side corners tightly, then roll upward. Brush the top corner with beaten egg to seal the roll tightly. Repeat for remaining wrappers.
- Cook:
- Deep Fry: Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry egg rolls in batches for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Spray egg rolls lightly with cooking oil and air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve: Cut diagonally to expose the melted cheeseburger interior and serve hot with extra dipping sauce.
