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Crispy Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls

An ultimate comfort food appetizer featuring savory ground beef, bell peppers, onions, and melted provolone cheese wrapped inside a crispy, golden-fried egg roll wrapper.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20 blend preferred
  • 1 large green bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely diced
  • 8 slices provolone cheese torn into pieces, or 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt to taste
Wrappers & Frying
  • 12 egg roll wrappers large size
  • 1 egg beaten, for sealing
  • 1 qt frying oil peanut, canola, or vegetable oil

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Halfway through, add the diced onions and bell peppers and cook until tender and meat is fully browned.
  2. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drain all excess grease from the pan thoroughly and let the mixture cool slightly.
  3. Fold the provolone cheese pieces into the warm meat mixture until slightly melted and cohesive.
  4. Lay an egg roll wrapper like a diamond. Place 3-4 tablespoons of filling horizontally across the center. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, tucking it tightly.
  5. Fold in the left and right corners. Brush the top remaining corner with beaten egg, then roll tightly upward to seal.
  6. Heat 2-3 inches of oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry the egg rolls in small batches for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden brown and crispy.
  8. Remove from oil, drain on a wire rack, and let cool slightly before slicing in half diagonally to serve.

Notes

To freeze, assemble but do not fry. Flash freeze on a baking sheet, then store in bags. Fry directly from frozen at 350°F, adding 2-3 minutes to cook time.