Description
These Cheeseburger Spring Rolls combine the classic flavors of a cheeseburger with the crispy, golden texture of spring rolls. Filled with seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, and tangy pickles, they make a delicious appetizer or snack, perfect for frying or air frying to a crispy finish.
Ingredients
Scale
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
Spring Rolls
- 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 oil for air frying
Dipping Sauces
- Mix of ketchup and mayonnaise
- Sweet chili sauce and sour cream
Instructions
- Cook the beef and onion: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and finely diced onion. Cook until browned and crispy around the edges, about 7 minutes. Drain all the grease from the pan.
- Season the filling: Stir in the ketchup, yellow mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef and onion mixture. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Add cheese and pickles: Mix in the shredded cheddar or American cheese and finely chopped dill pickles into the cooled beef mixture until evenly combined.
- Prepare the wrappers: Keep the spring roll wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying out. Place one wrapper on a flat surface. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the beef filling into the center of the wrapper.
- Roll the spring rolls: Fold the sides inward over the filling then roll tightly from one edge to the other, similar to a burrito shape. Seal the edges with the flour and water paste to prevent leaking. Do not overfill to ensure easy rolling and sealing.
- Fry the rolls: Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Fry 3 to 4 rolls at a time, turning occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Air fry alternative: For a lighter option, spritz the rolls with oil and place in an air fryer at 390 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Serve the crispy cheeseburger spring rolls hot alongside dipping sauces like ketchup mixed with mayonnaise or sweet chili sauce paired with sour cream.
- Freezing instructions: To freeze, place uncooked rolls on a parchment-lined tray and freeze until solid. Transfer to a zip-top freezer bag. Cook from frozen by adding 1 to 2 minutes to the frying or air frying time.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor and juiciness.
- Do not overfill the spring rolls to prevent tearing during rolling and frying.
- Make sure to drain all grease after cooking the beef to keep spring rolls crispy.
- Keep spring roll wrappers covered to prevent drying out and cracking.
- Adjust frying times slightly when cooking from frozen.
- Use a thermometer to maintain correct oil temperature at 350°F for perfect frying.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with American cheese for a creamier melt.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free spring roll wrappers and gluten-free Worcestershire sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
