Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
1 onion, finely diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 package taco seasoning (about 1 ounce or 2 tablespoons), plus water as per package instructions
2 tablespoons salsa
20 egg roll wrappers (approximately 5″x5″)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided (Monterey jack or Tex Mex blend can also be used)
Oil for frying
Instructions
1-First Step: Prepare all ingredients by chopping onions and bell peppers, and gather taco seasoning and cheese to streamline cooking. This sets you up for success right from the start.
2-Second Step: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat thoroughly, breaking it apart for even cooking. I find this part satisfying because the aroma fills the kitchen and gets everyone excited.
3-Third Step: Add taco seasoning to the meat, stirring well to coat and enhance flavors; cook for an additional 2 minutes, then mix in the diced onions, bell peppers, and salsa as directed.
4-Following the directions: Brown the ground beef and onions until no pink remains, then add green peppers, taco seasoning, salsa, and the amount of water required by the seasoning package; cook until the water evaporates.
5-Fourth Step: Continue by laying each egg roll wrapper flat with a corner pointing toward you, then place 1 ½ tablespoons of cheese and 1 ½ tablespoons of the taco filling in the center.
6-Fifth Step: Fold in the sides and roll the wrapper tightly; use a dab of water to secure the tip, making sure the sides are tucked in to prevent filling leakage.
7-Sixth Step: Preheat oil to 350°F and fry each egg roll for 4-5 minutes or until golden brown and crispy; serve hot with sour cream and salsa for that extra zing.
Notes
🌯 Use stretchy, doughy egg roll wrappers to prevent cracking.
🧻 Keep unused wrappers covered with a damp paper towel to prevent drying.
❄️ Egg rolls can be frozen before cooking to retain shape and for convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 minutes per batch
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 161
- Sodium: 175 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
