Air Fryer Egg Rolls

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We’re ditching the deep fryer and making homemade egg rolls in the air fryer! This means less oil and minimal cleanup, but with all the crispy goodness you crave. These delicious umami snacks are surprisingly simple to make with fewer than 10 ingredients, all of which are easy to find at your local grocery store.

The best part? You can prep the filling ahead of time and chill it until you’re ready to assemble and cook the egg rolls, making this a great recipe for a weeknight meal alongside your favorite stir-fry. Next time you’re craving a golden brown, flaky, delicious appetizer, this foolproof recipe for air-fried egg rolls has you covered. Just don’t forget the sweet chili garlic dipping sauce! For more easy appetizer recipes, check out my Air Fried Chicken Wings, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp, and Stuffed Mushrooms next!

What You Need To Make This Recipe

Ingredients needed to make air fryer egg rolls.

Olive oil — just your normal cooking oil is perfect here. If you’re out of olive oil, swap in a high smoke point, neutral-flavored oil like avocado or canola instead.

Ground pork — tender ground pork is a classic filling for egg rolls, but you’re welcome to swap in ground turkey or ground chicken instead!

Cole slaw mix — I love buying the pre-bagged kind for convenience. You can also swap in an equal mix of shredded cabbage and carrots. If you’re making it yourself, a food processor outfitted with a shredding blade will be your best friend.

Green onions — for a touch of color and mild onion flavor. Make sure to use both the pale green/white parts and the dark green tops for the best mix of taste and appearance.

Garlic cloves — fresh is best, but you can swap in ½ teaspoon of garlic powder to cut back on prep time if you’d like.

Ginger — while freshly grated ginger is preferred, you can also use ½ teaspoon dried ground ginger in a pinch.

Soy sauce — for umami-rch depth of flavor and just the right amount of saltiness. Feel free to swap in tamari for a gluten-free alternative.

Toasted sesame oil — for a deliciously nutty undertone that I can’t get enough of.

Egg roll wrappers — using store-bought wrappers makes these crispy egg rolls a snap to throw together. Feel free to use a gluten-free version if needed. Most packages also include a helpful illustration on how to roll the filled wrappers!

How To Make Air Fryer Egg Rolls

Set of two photos showing cole slaw mix added to a skillet with cooked pork and soy sauce added.

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet (preferably nonstick) over high-medium heat. Add the pork and cook, stirring often, until only a few pink pieces remain, about 4 minutes. Add the cole slaw mix, green onions, garlic, and ginger. Cook, stirring often, until the cabbage is tender, about 2 minutes.

2. Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil.

Set of two photos showing egg roll filling added to the wrappers and rolled.

3. Working one wrapper at a time, position it so it makes a diamond shape on your work surface. Lightly dab the top corner with water.

4. Spoon 3 to 4 tablespoons of pork mixture in the center of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner up over the filling, then the two side corners, and roll up to the top corner. Gently press to seal the edges of the wrapper. Place egg rolls in the air fryer basket, and spray lightly with cooking spray or brush with more olive oil. Air fry, in batches, at 350°F, flipping after 7 minutes, until golden brown and crispy, about 12 minutes total.

A plate with two air fryer egg rolls with a glass of ice water and platter with more rolls in the background.

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

Don’t Overfill: It can be tempting to stuff your egg rolls with as much filling as possible, but overfilling can lead to tearing and leaking. Stick with no more than a quarter cup of filling per wrapper. I rolled my egg rolls like a burrito: folding one long edge over the filling, then folding the short edges in, and rolling to close.
Spray or Brush with Oil: Lightly brushing the egg rolls with oil or spritzing them with cooking spray before air frying will give them a more even golden color and enhance their crispiness.
Avoid Overcrowding: Cook the egg rolls in batches to ensure they’re not overcrowded in the air fryer. Cooking them in a single layer allows for better air circulation and more even cooking.
Shake or Turn Halfway: For even browning and crispiness, shake the air fryer basket or turn the egg rolls halfway through the cooking time.
Adjust as Needed: Depending on your air fryer model and the size of your egg rolls, you might need to adjust the cooking time. Keep an eye on them the first time you make the recipe to find the perfect timing.
Serve Immediately: Egg rolls are best enjoyed fresh from the air fryer while they’re still crispy and warm. Serve them with duck sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an added flavor boost!

Half an air fryer egg roll dipped in sauce. Platter with more rolls in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make them in advance?

Storing your Air Fryer Egg Rolls is super easy and practical, especially if you love having quick snacks on hand. For uncooked egg rolls, assemble them and place them in a single layer on a parchment or wax paper-lined baking sheet. Freeze until firm, then store in a freezer container for up to 3 months.
For best results, defrost them in a single layer in the fridge overnight, and air fryer as directed in the recipe, keeping in mind the cooking time may be a few minutes longer. For a quicker app, store the egg roll already cooked! For cooked egg rolls, pop them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for about 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Just reheat at 350°F as directed or until hot all the way through (no need to thaw!).

Can I freeze them?

Yes! Once your cooked egg rolls have cooled down, place them in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. To warm and recrisp frozen egg, reheat the frozen egg rolls in the air fryer at 350°F for 10 minutes or until heated through.

Can I make them pork-free?

Absolutely! Feel free to swap in ground chicken or ground turkey instead.

Can I make them gluten-free?

Sure thing! Trade the soy sauce for gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos, and make sure to use certified gluten-free egg roll wrappers.

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