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Classic Cheeseburger Eggrolls

These Classic Cheeseburger Eggrolls transform a beloved American classic into a fun, crispy, and dippable appetizer. Seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar cheese, and tangy pickles are all wrapped in a crispy eggroll shell, perfect for your next party or snack!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 lb ground beef about 450g), 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended
  • 12-16 egg roll wrappers found in the refrigerated section
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely diced dill pickles
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
For Frying/Sealing
  • 2-3 inches vegetable oil for frying (or a light spray for air frying)
  • Water or egg wash 1 beaten egg + 1 tbsp water) for sealing wrappers

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Slotted spoon
  • Wire rack
  • Paper towels
  • Dutch oven (optional)
  • Air fryer (optional)

Method
 

Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it apart, then drain any excess grease.
Flavor Building
  1. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the cooked beef and sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened. Stir in the ketchup, mustard, salt, and pepper, then remove from heat.
Melt the Cheese
  1. While the mixture is still warm, stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and fully incorporated, then fold in the diced dill pickles.
Assemble the Eggrolls
  1. Lay an eggroll wrapper with a corner pointing towards you; place about 2 tablespoons of beef mixture just below the center.
  2. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the left and right corners towards the center.
  3. Roll the eggroll tightly from the bottom upward, sealing the top corner with water or an egg wash, and repeat for remaining filling.
Fry until Golden
  1. Heat 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C); carefully place eggrolls in batches and fry for 3-5 minutes, turning until golden and crispy.
  2. Alternatively, for air frying, preheat to 375°F (190°C), lightly spray eggrolls with oil, and air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Drain and Serve
  1. Remove eggrolls with tongs and place them on a wire rack over paper towels to drain excess oil.
  2. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the beef mixture. Remember to drain the beef thoroughly to prevent soggy eggrolls. If air frying, a light spray of oil ensures a crispier exterior.