My Chinese friend taught me this recipe, and we’ve been obsessed with it!

This recipe offers a healthier alternative to deep-fried egg rolls by baking them on a sheet pan. It’s a great way to enjoy these delicious appetizers without all the added fat.

Here’s a breakdown of the ingredients (presented in a table) with step-by-step instructions for creating these oven-baked egg rolls:

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven and Prep the Pan:

   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray for easy cleanup.

2. Sauté the Vegetables:

   • In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the shredded carrots, coleslaw mix, and sprouted beans to the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.

3. Flavor Boost:

   • Add the ground ginger (½ teaspoon) and minced garlic to the pan with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

4. Creating the Sauce:

   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and hoisin sauce.

5. Cooling the Filling (Optional):

   • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the prepared sauce. Let the filling cool down slightly for a few minutes before assembling the egg rolls. This helps prevent the wrappers from becoming soggy.

6. Assemble the Egg Rolls:

   • Lay out a single egg roll wrapper on a clean and flat surface.

7. Fill and Fold:

   • Place about 2 teaspoons of the cooled filling in the center of the wrapper, leaving some space around the edges.

   • Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling to create a triangle.

   • Fold in the sides of the wrapper towards the center, enclosing the filling.

   • To seal the egg roll, roll it up tightly from the bottom corner towards the open top end. Moisten the edge of the wrapper with a little water to secure the seal.

8. Prepare to Bake:

   • Arrange the assembled egg rolls seam side down on your prepared baking sheet. You can lightly spray the tops of the egg rolls with nonstick cooking spray for extra crispness.

9. Bake to Golden Perfection:

   • Place the baking sheet with egg rolls in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.

   • For even browning and crispness, flip the egg rolls over halfway through baking.

10. Cool and Serve:

    • Once the baking time is complete, take the egg rolls out of the oven and transfer them to a plate. Let them cool down for a few minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set further and prevents burning your mouth.