Description
Lumpia is a delicious Filipino-style spring roll featuring a savory ground pork filling mixed with fresh vegetables, wrapped in thin lumpia wrappers, and deep-fried to a crispy golden perfection. This recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying appetizer or snack that is easy to make and perfect for gatherings or casual meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1/4 cup green onion, minced
- 1/2 cup carrots, minced
- 3/4 cup green cabbage, finely sliced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Wrapping and Frying
- 30 lumpia wrappers or egg roll wrappers
- 3 cups oil, for frying
- Water, for sealing wrappers
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Heat sesame oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and ginger and cook for 20 seconds until fragrant, which enhances the aroma of your lumpia filling.
- Cook Ground Pork: Add ground pork to the pan and cook for about 6 minutes or until fully cooked, breaking the meat apart to ensure even cooking.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in green onion, minced carrots, and finely sliced cabbage. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, just enough to slightly soften the vegetables while keeping some crunch.
- Season the Filling: Mix in onion powder, salt, black pepper, and soy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before assembling to prevent wrappers from tearing.
- Prepare Wrappers: If using egg roll wrappers, cut them down to a rectangle shape to simulate the look of traditional lumpia wrappers for authentic presentation.
- Assemble Lumpia: Place about 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of filling near the bottom half of each wrapper. Spread the filling evenly to make rolling easier.
- Roll Lumpia: Starting from the bottom, roll up tightly until fully wrapped. Dip a finger in water and run it along the edge of the wrapper, then press to seal securely. Repeat for all wrappers.
- Heat Oil: In a cooking pot, heat 3 cups of oil over medium heat, preparing for deep frying.
- Fry Lumpia: Deep fry the lumpia in the heated oil until they float to the surface and turn golden brown, indicating they are crispy and cooked through.
- Drain and Serve: Remove lumpia with a slotted spoon and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust salt and soy sauce in the filling according to taste preference or dietary restrictions.
- Ensure the filling is cooled before assembling to prevent wrappers from tearing or getting soggy.
- You can substitute ground pork with ground chicken or beef as preferred.
- For a lighter version, consider baking the lumpia at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes until crispy instead of frying.
- Customize your dipping sauce to include sweet chili sauce, vinegar with garlic, or soy sauce mixtures for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Filipino
Keywords: Lumpia, Filipino spring rolls, fried pork rolls, Asian appetizer, lumpia recipe
