Spring Roll with Sweet Chili Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Filling

   • Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over high heat.
   • Add the minced ginger, garlic, and optional green chili. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Add the spring onion whites, shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, and sliced capsicum. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
   • Add the boiled noodles, soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper powder, and salt. Toss well to combine everything and cook for another minute.
   • Turn off the heat, stir in the spring onion greens, and transfer the filling to a large plate or bowl. Spread it out to cool completely.
2. 2

   Assemble the Spring Rolls

   • In a small bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with water to create a smooth, thick paste for sealing.
   • Place a spring roll wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond shape (one corner pointing towards you).
   • Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled filling onto the bottom third of the wrapper.
   • Fold the bottom corner up and over the filling, tucking it in tightly.
   • Fold the left and right corners towards the center, creating an envelope shape.
   • Continue rolling tightly towards the top corner. Apply the flour paste to the edges of the top corner and press firmly to seal the roll.
   • Repeat this process for all wrappers and filling, placing the finished rolls on a plate without them touching.
3. 3

   Fry the Spring Rolls

   • Heat the oil for deep frying in a kadai or deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
   • Carefully slide 2-3 spring rolls into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.
   • Fry for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.
   • Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried rolls and place them on a wire rack to drain any excess oil.
   • Repeat with the remaining rolls.
4. 4

   Serve

   • Serve the hot and crispy spring rolls immediately with sweet chili sauce, schezwan sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.