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Voodoo Egg Rolls

Discover the magic of Voodoo Egg Rolls, a crispy and quick appetizer that brings a touch of New Orleans spice to your table. These Cajun-inspired egg rolls are perfect for impressing guests and adding a bold flavor to your menu.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for Voodoo Egg Rolls
  • 1 package egg roll wrappers high quality
  • 1 lb protein mix of shrimp, crawfish, and cooked chicken
  • 8 oz pepper jack cheese or Monterey Jack, hand shredded
  • 1 small green bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 small onion finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning low sodium blend
  • 1 splash hot sauce
  • 1 pinch smoked paprika
  • neutral oil for frying, such as vegetable or grapeseed oil
For the Voodoo Sauce Dip
  • 1 cup mayo
  • 1 teaspoon heavy cream
  • 1 touch corn starch to thicken if heating

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Large skillet,
  • Wire Rack or Paper Towels

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Voodoo Egg Rolls
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Toss in your onions and bell peppers. Cook them until they are soft and translucent, which usually takes about five minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until it smells nutty and fills your kitchen with warmth.
  2. Add your chopped protein (chicken, shrimp, or crawfish) to the skillet. Sprinkle with the Cajun seasoning and smoked paprika. If you are using pre-cooked proteins, you are just looking to warm them through and marry the flavors. Stir in a dash of hot sauce if you are feeling brave.
  3. Remove the mixture from the heat and let it cool slightly. This is vital, if the filling is too hot, it will tear the wrappers. Once cooled, fold in your shredded pepper jack cheese.
  4. Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface in a diamond shape. Place about two tablespoons of the filling in the center. Fold the bottom corner up, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly toward the top corner. Use a finger dipped in water to seal the edge.
  5. Heat about two inches of oil in your skillet to 350 degrees. Carefully slide the rolls in, doing them in batches so you don't crowd the pan. Fry until they are fried egg rolls perfection, golden like late summer sun on both sides.
  6. Let them rest on a wire rack or paper towels for a few minutes. This keeps the bottoms from getting soggy.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 25g

Notes

Cooking is a conversation, not a set of commands. I often find inspiration from others, like this New Orleans egg rolls take inspired by this version which emphasizes the crunch. If you want to lighten things up, you can certainly air fry instead of deep fry. Simply spray them generously with oil and air fry at 400°F for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning once. For a different twist, try substituting pork for chicken or using mozzarella for pepper jack if the kids find the spice a bit too much.
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