Crispy Homemade Spring Rolls (Restaurant-Style & Easy)
These crispy spring rolls are golden, crunchy, and filled with a delicious savory vegetable or chicken filling. This easy recipe gives you perfectly crunchy spring rolls every time, just like restaurant or street-style spring rolls.
They’re ideal for parties, tea time, iftar, or even for freezing and frying later.
Why You’ll Love This Spring Roll Recipe
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Extra crispy and crunchy
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Simple, affordable ingredients
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Freezer-friendly
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Customizable filling (veg, chicken, or beef)
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Perfect for snacks or appetizers
Ingredients
For the Filling (Vegetable Version)
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2 tbsp oil
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 cup cabbage, finely shredded
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1 medium carrot, julienned
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½ cup capsicum (bell pepper), thinly sliced
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2 spring onions, chopped
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1 tsp salt (or to taste)
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp soy sauce
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½ tsp chili sauce (optional)
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½ tsp vinegar
Optional Protein Add-Ins
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½ cup boiled shredded chicken OR
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½ cup cooked minced beef
For Wrapping
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Spring roll sheets
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2 tbsp cornflour + 2 tbsp water (slurry for sealing)
For Frying
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Oil (for deep frying)
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Filling
Heat oil in a wok or pan over high heat.
Add garlic and sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
Add cabbage, carrot, capsicum, and spring onions. Stir-fry on high heat for 2–3 minutes. Vegetables should remain slightly crunchy.
Season with salt, black pepper, soy sauce, chili sauce, and vinegar. Mix well.
Turn off heat and let the filling cool completely.
Step 2: Wrap the Spring Rolls
Place a spring roll sheet on a clean surface (diamond shape).
Add 1–2 tablespoons of filling near one corner.
Fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
Seal the edge with cornflour slurry.
Repeat with remaining sheets.
Step 3: Fry Until Golden
Heat oil on medium heat.
Fry spring rolls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes.
Remove and drain on paper towels.
Serving Suggestions
Serve hot with:
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Sweet chili sauce
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Ketchup
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Garlic mayo
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Chili garlic sauce
Pro Tips for Extra Crispy Spring Rolls
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Keep filling dry (no water)
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Roll tightly to prevent oil absorption
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Fry on medium heat (not high)
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Do not overcrowd the pan
Freezing Instructions
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Freeze unfried spring rolls in an airtight container for up to 2 months
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Fry directly from frozen (no thawing needed)
Baked or Air Fryer Option
Air Fryer:
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Brush rolls lightly with oil
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Cook at 180°C (360°F) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway
Oven:
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Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes
