Panda Express Chicken Egg Roll Recipe
Introduction
Hi there, my name is Ava Moore and I am an expert in recipes. Today, I want to share with you my personal recipe for Panda Express Chicken Egg Rolls. If you are a fan of Panda Express, then you know how delicious their egg rolls are. With this recipe, you can now make them at home and enjoy them anytime you want.
Before we dive into the recipe, let me share with you some interesting facts about Panda Express Chicken Egg Rolls.
- Panda Express was founded in 1983 in Glendale, California.
- Their signature dish is the Orange Chicken, but the Chicken Egg Rolls are also a fan favorite.
- Panda Express has over 2,000 locations across the United States.
- Their Chicken Egg Rolls are made with a crispy wrapper and filled with tender chicken, cabbage, and carrots.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 head cabbage, finely shredded
- 2 carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 package egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, shredded cabbage, grated carrots, chopped green onions, and minced garlic.
- In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and cornstarch. Pour the mixture over the chicken and vegetable mixture and mix well.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface and place 1/4 cup of the chicken and vegetable mixture in the center of the wrapper.
- Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling and tuck it in tightly. Fold in the sides of the wrapper and roll the wrapper tightly. Dab the top corner of the wrapper with water and seal the egg roll.
- Repeat with the remaining egg roll wrappers and filling.
- In a large, deep skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the egg rolls and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Remove the egg rolls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the egg rolls hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
My Experience
I have made these Panda Express Chicken Egg Rolls several times and they always turn out delicious. I prefer to use ground chicken instead of shredded chicken because it gives the egg rolls a more uniform texture. Also, make sure to squeeze out any excess liquid from the cabbage before mixing it in with the other ingredients. This will prevent the egg rolls from becoming too soggy.
If you want to make these egg rolls ahead of time, you can freeze them after they are assembled but before frying. When you are ready to fry them, just take them out of the freezer and fry them as directed.
Expert Opinion
These Panda Express Chicken Egg Rolls are a great way to enjoy the flavors of your favorite Chinese restaurant at home. The combination of tender chicken and crunchy vegetables wrapped in a crispy egg roll wrapper is irresistible. Plus, they are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Give them a try! – Chef John
FAQs
Here are some commonly asked questions about Panda Express Chicken Egg Rolls:
1. Can I use a different type of meat?
Yes, you can use ground pork or turkey instead of chicken. You can also use shredded chicken if you prefer.
2. Can I make these egg rolls ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the egg rolls ahead of time and freeze them before frying. When you are ready to fry them, just take them out of the freezer and fry them as directed.
3. What dipping sauce goes well with these egg rolls?
You can serve these egg rolls with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or plum sauce.