Description
These Cheeseburger Spring Rolls are a delicious fusion of classic American cheeseburger flavors wrapped in crispy spring roll wrappers. Ground beef cooked with onions and a blend of ketchup, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and spices is combined with melted cheese and chopped dill pickles, then wrapped and fried to golden perfection. Served with your choice of dipping sauces, these rolls make for a fun and flavorful appetizer or snack that can be easily prepared ahead and frozen.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or American cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickles
For Assembly
- 12 spring roll wrappers (thawed if frozen)
- 2 tablespoons flour plus 3 tablespoons water (mixed into a paste for sealing)
- Oil for frying or spray for air frying
For Serving
- Mix of ketchup and mayonnaise or sweet chili sauce and sour cream for dipping
Instructions
- Cook the Beef and Onion: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and finely diced onion, cooking until the beef is browned with crispy edges, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain all the grease from the pan to ensure the filling is not greasy.
- Mix Seasonings and Cool: Stir in ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix well and set aside to cool for 5 minutes. Once cooled, fold in the shredded cheese and chopped dill pickles to the beef mixture.
- Prepare the Wrappers: Keep the spring roll wrappers covered under a damp towel to prevent drying out. Place 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold the sides inward and roll tightly like a burrito. Seal the edges with the flour and water paste to prevent filling from leaking during cooking. Avoid overfilling to ensure easy rolling and crisp texture.
- Fry the Spring Rolls: Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry 3 to 4 rolls at a time for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil. Alternatively, for a lighter version, spritz the rolls with oil and air fry at 390°F (199°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through the cooking process.
- Serve and Store: Serve the spring rolls hot with your choice of dipping sauces such as a mix of ketchup and mayonnaise or sweet chili sauce with sour cream. To freeze, place uncooked rolls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze until solid. Transfer frozen rolls to a zip-top bag and cook from frozen, adding 1 to 2 minutes to the cooking time for frying or air frying.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for optimal flavor and moisture.
- Make sure to drain all grease after cooking the beef for a less greasy filling.
- Keep spring roll wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying and tearing.
- The flour and water paste acts as glue to seal the spring rolls properly.
- Pay attention to oil temperature when frying to avoid soggy or burnt rolls.
- Air frying is a great option for a healthier snack but may require flipping halfway for even crisping.
- These spring rolls freeze well and can be cooked directly from frozen.
- Customize dipping sauces to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
