Air Fried Spring Rolls (Printable)

Crispy vegetable-filled spring rolls air fried to golden perfection, served with a tangy sweet chili sauce.

# What You Need:

→ Spring Rolls

01 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
02 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
03 - 1 cup julienned carrots
04 - 1 cup bean sprouts
05 - 1/2 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
06 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - 12 spring roll wrappers
11 - Cooking spray or vegetable oil for air frying

→ Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce

12 - 1/3 cup rice vinegar
13 - 1/4 cup water
14 - 1/4 cup sugar
15 - 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
16 - 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

# Directions:

01 - Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cabbage, carrots, mushrooms, green onions, and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes until vegetables soften.
02 - Add bean sprouts, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool slightly.
03 - Position a spring roll wrapper on a clean work surface with one corner pointing toward you. Spoon 2 tablespoons of filling near the bottom corner. Fold up the bottom corner, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly. Seal the edge with a small amount of water. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
04 - Preheat air fryer to 390°F for 3 minutes. Lightly brush or spray the spring rolls with oil. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
05 - Air fry for 8-10 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy.
06 - In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, water, sugar, and sweet chili sauce. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Add cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, approximately 1 minute. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
07 - Arrange hot spring rolls on a serving plate and place dipping sauce in a small bowl alongside.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Healthier Crunch: Air frying uses significantly less oil than deep-frying while maintaining a perfect crispy texture.
  • Fresh Flavors: The combination of shiitake mushrooms, ginger, and garlic creates a deeply savory interior.
  • Homemade Sauce: The accompanying sweet chili sauce is far superior to store-bought versions and takes only minutes to prepare.
02 -
  • Don't Overcrowd: Cook the rolls in a single layer with space between them to allow the hot air to circulate for even browning.
  • Seal Tightly: Use a tiny amount of water to seal the final corner of the wrapper to ensure the rolls don't open during the air frying process.
  • Oil Coating: A light, even coating of oil using a pastry brush or cooking spray is essential for achieving that traditional deep-fried golden color.
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