Crispy Air Fryer Spring Rolls Recipe : Quick and Healthy Snack
If you're craving a crispy, savory snack that’s easy to make, look no further than air fryer spring rolls. These crunchy delights are a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried spring rolls, with the air fryer helping to create the perfect crispy exterior with far less oil. Whether you're hosting a party or just looking for a quick snack, air fryer spring rolls are versatile, delicious, and quick to make.
Spring rolls are typically packed with a variety of vegetables and sometimes protein, wrapped in a thin rice paper wrapper, and then deep-fried to crispy perfection. But the beauty of using an air fryer is that it eliminates the need for excess oil, resulting in a lighter, guilt-free snack that still delivers all the flavor. In just about 15 minutes, you can enjoy golden, crispy spring rolls that are perfect for dipping in your favorite sauces, such as soy sauce or peanut sauce.
This air fryer spring rolls recipe allows you to get creative with the fillings. You can go traditional with a mix of cabbage, carrots, and mushrooms or try something new by adding shrimp, chicken, or even tofu. The air fryer ensures that every roll comes out perfectly crisp on the outside and deliciously tender on the inside, without any fuss. Whether you’re a novice cook or a seasoned pro, these spring rolls are a breeze to make and sure to impress.
Equipment
- Air Fryer: The key appliance for this recipe, the air fryer ensures your spring rolls cook evenly and crisp up perfectly with minimal oil.
- Shallow Dish: Used to soak the spring roll wrappers in warm water, making them pliable and easy to roll.
- Mixing Bowl: A medium-sized bowl to mix the vegetables and seasonings together for the filling.
- Basting Brush or Cooking Spray: To lightly coat the spring rolls with oil, ensuring they get a crispy golden finish.
- Tongs or Fork: For flipping the spring rolls halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping on both sides.
- Serving Plate: To serve your delicious, crispy air fryer spring rolls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 package of spring roll wrappers usually rice paper or egg roll wrappers
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms optional
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for sealing
- Cooking spray or olive oil for spraying
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced mushrooms. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic powder, and mix well. Set aside.
- Prepare the Spring Roll Wrappers: Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip each spring roll wrapper into the water for about 5 seconds, just until it becomes pliable. Don’t soak it for too long or it will tear.
- Assemble the Spring Rolls: Place the softened wrapper on a clean, flat surface. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto the wrapper, near the bottom edge. Fold in the sides and then tightly roll the wrapper from the bottom up, sealing the top edge with a little cornstarch mixed with water (to make a paste).
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Air Fry the Spring Rolls: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with a little olive oil. Place the spring rolls in a single layer, making sure they aren’t touching each other. Lightly spray the tops of the spring rolls with cooking spray or brush with oil.
- Cook: Air fry the spring rolls at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces like soy sauce, hoisin, or peanut sauce.
- Serving Plate: To serve your delicious, crispy air fryer spring rolls with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
To make these air fryer spring rolls even more delicious, try adding a mix of cooked shrimp, chicken, or tofu for extra protein. Spice them up with a pinch of chili flakes or a splash of sriracha in the filling. For added flavor, brush the rolls with a bit of sesame oil before air frying, and serve with a tangy peanut sauce or hoisin sauce for dipping!