OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER EGG ROLLS

Oysters Rockefeller Egg Rolls image

Oysters Rockefeller is a classic, elegant and timeless appetizer from New Orleans. I love the flavor but wanted to try it in another of my favorite appetizers: egg rolls. I think the combination is a winner. -Renee Murby, Johnston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 bacon strips, chopped
2 cans (8 ounces) whole oysters, drained and patted dry
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 shallot, minced
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
10 egg roll wrappers
1 large egg
Oil for deep-fat frying
Optional: seafood cocktail sauce and lemon wedges

Steps:

In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat, stirring often, until crisp, about 5 minutes; drain, reserving drippings in skillet. Place flour in a shallow dish. Sprinkle oysters with salt and cayenne pepper; toss in flour. Cook in reserved drippings until golden brown, 3-4 minutes; drain. , Wipe out skillet. In same skillet, cook shallot, garlic and parsley in canola oil over medium heat until shallot is tender, 2-3 minutes. Add spinach and lemon zest; cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 2-3 minutes. Transfer spinach mixture to a bowl; stir in oysters and bacon. , In a small bowl, whisk egg and 1 teaspoon water. Brush edges of an egg roll wrapper. Place ¼ cup oyster mixture in the center; fold bottom corner over filling. Fold sides over filling toward center; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling. , In an electric skillet, heat ½ in. of canola oil to 375°. Fry egg rolls until golden brown, about 2 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels. If desired, serve with cocktail sauce and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 427mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.