Chicken and Green Onion Spring Rolls

February 25, 2014

Chicken and Green Onion Spring Rolls
 
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Spring roll wrappers and Chinese dried mushrooms are available in the Asian section of most grocery stores and Asian Markets.
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Serves: Makes approx. 18 Rolls
Ingredients
  • 4 Chinese dried mushrooms
  • ½ lb (250 g) of ground chicken
  • ⅓ cup finely chopped green onion
  • 1 tsp sesame seed oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tsp finely grated ginger
  • ½ cup grated carrot
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tsp finely chopped lemon grass
  • 2 tbsp soya sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 18, 6 inch (15 cm) spring roll wrappers (approx.)
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • oil for deep frying
Instructions
  1. Put the mushrooms in a medium heat proof bowl and cover with boiling water.
  2. Let stand for 20 minutes, then drain.
  3. Remove and discard the stems, finely chop the caps and put them in a medium bowl.
  4. Add the chicken, green onion, sesame seed oil, ginger, garlic, carrot, cilantro, lemon grass and both sauces, mix well.
  5. Lay 4 spring roll wrappers on a clean, dry work surface.
  6. Lightly brush the edges of each wrapper with a little egg.
  7. Place 2 tablespoons of the filling onto one corner of each wrapper.
  8. Fold the same corner over to cover the filling, tuck the sides in and roll up to enclose the filling.
  9. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cover with plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
  10. Repeat with the remaining mixture and wrappers.
  11. Heat the oil in a large wok or pot until hot 350ºF (180ºC).
  12. Deep fry the spring rolls in batches in the hot oil for about 2 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
  13. Drain on paper towel, serve hot.
Notes
Make Ahead: The spring rolls can be prepared up to a month ahead, cover and freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet. They can be also prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Serving Suggestion: Serve with soya sauce, Thai sweet chili sauce, hot chili sauce or honey mustard for dipping.

 

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