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Southwest Egg Rolls

Southwest Egg Rolls

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Southwest Egg Rolls are packed with shredded chicken, colorful veggies, black beans, and bold spices, all wrapped in a crispy shell. They’re perfect for parties, game days, or as a delicious appetizer. Pair them with a sweet and tangy dipping sauce for an explosion of flavors!


Ingredients

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For the Egg Rolls:

  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 large sweet onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup organic corn
  • 1/2 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 package wonton wrappers

For the Dipping Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup tomato paste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 3 tablespoons Asian sweet chili sauce

Instructions

  • Prepare the Filling:

    • In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
    • Add onion, red and green bell peppers, corn, carrots, black beans, and garlic. Sauté until tender.
    • Stir in the shredded chicken and cooked rice; heat through.
  • Make the Sauce for the Filling:

    • In a saucepan, combine tomato paste, water, chili powder, cumin, garlic salt, seasoned salt, brown sugar, and parsley.
    • Simmer until thick and bubbly. Remove from heat and mix into the chicken and vegetable filling. Let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Make the Dipping Sauce:

    • In another saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients and heat until thick and well blended. Let cool.
  • Assemble the Egg Rolls:

    • Place two wonton wrappers on a work surface.
    • Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling into the center of each wrapper.
    • Fold in all four edges, then roll tightly. Brush the edge with water to seal.
    • Repeat until all wrappers are filled (makes 12-14 rolls).
  • Freeze the Egg Rolls:

    • Place the egg rolls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze for 30 minutes.
    • Transfer to a Ziploc bag and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Fry the Egg Rolls:

    • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot (fill no more than ⅓ full).
    • Fry the egg rolls for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
    • Drain on paper towels.
  • Serve:

    • Slice the egg rolls in half and serve with the dipping sauce. Enjoy!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg roll
  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg