Description
These Savory Jalapeno Egg Rolls are a spicy delight, perfect for any gathering. Wrapped in crispy egg roll skins and served with a creamy pepper gravy, they’re sure to impress your guests!
Ingredients
• 1 package egg roll wrappers
• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
• 1/2 cup jalapenos, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Oil for frying
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup crushed black pepper
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon flour
Instructions
1.
2. 1. In a bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, cheese, jalapenos, cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. 2. Place a spoonful of the mixture into the center of each egg roll wrapper.
4. 3. Roll the wrapper tightly, sealing the edges with water.
5. 4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot over medium heat.
6. 5. Fry the egg rolls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
7. 6. Remove and drain on paper towels.
8. 7. For the gravy, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
9. 8. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
10. 9. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
11. 10. Stir in crushed black pepper and season to taste.
12. 11. Serve the egg rolls warm with creamy pepper gravy on the side.
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Notes
• For extra spice, add more jalapenos or a splash of hot sauce to the filling.
• These egg rolls can be made ahead of time and frozen; just fry them straight from the freezer when ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: jalapeno, egg rolls, appetizers, snacks