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Meatball Egg Rolls

Meatball Egg Rolls

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 9 egg rolls
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

These Meatball Sub Egg Rolls combine the classic flavors of a meatball sub with the crispiness of an egg roll wrapper. Filled with savory meatballs, mozzarella, and marinara sauce, they’re perfect for a hearty snack or appetizer.


Ingredients

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 lb. ground beef

  • 1/4 yellow onion, finely chopped

  • 1 1/4 oz. finely shredded Parmesan (about 1/2 cup)

  • 1 1/4 oz. finely shredded provolone (about 1/3 cup)

  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

  • 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

  • 2 Tbsp. Italian-seasoned bread crumbs

  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil

  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh oregano

  • 1 tsp. kosher salt

  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 1/2 cups store-bought or homemade marinara sauce, divided

  • 9 egg roll wrappers

  • 2 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella

  • Neutral oil, for frying (about 6 cups)


Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add ground beef, onion, Parmesan, provolone, garlic, parsley, bread crumbs, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Gently mix to combine.

  • Portion out 1/2-ounce balls (about 2 teaspoons) of the beef mixture. You should have about 36 meatballs in total. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet.

  • Bake meatballs until browned, about 10 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.

  • Transfer meatballs to a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup marinara sauce and toss to coat.

  • With one corner of an egg roll wrapper facing you, sprinkle 1/4 cup mozzarella into the center of the wrapper. Arrange 4 meatballs on top, leaving a 1-inch border. Brush edges of the wrapper with water, fold the bottom corner up and over the filling, then fold in the sides. Tightly tuck as you go, and finish rolling the wrapper away from you. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.

  • In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, pour oil to a depth of about 2 1/2 inches. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350°F (175°C).

  • Fry the egg rolls, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, about 7 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack set inside a baking sheet to drain.

 

  • Arrange egg rolls on a platter. Serve with the remaining 1 cup marinara sauce alongside.


Notes

  • For an extra cheesy bite, add more mozzarella inside each egg roll.

 

  • You can make these ahead of time and freeze them. Fry them straight from frozen for a quick snack or appetizer.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg roll
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 17g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg