Here’s the thing: egg rolls are a blank canvas, and the world has gone wild with them. On the East Coast, you might find a cream cheese and crab filled version (hello, Baltimore!). In the South, they stuff them with pulled pork and coleslaw. And in some fusion joints? They go full dessert with Nutella and bananas. Mind. Blown.
So, what is an egg roll made of? It’s made of contrasts: a paper-thin, crispy shell hiding a soft, savory, complex interior. It’s a celebration of texture, a little pocket of joy that proves you can mix cabbage and pork and soy sauce and get something truly sublime.
How To Cook Egg Rolls - Madinotes