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TEX-MEX EGG ROLLS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE



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This came from the Southern Living Cook-Off Contest and was adjusted to make a meatless meal. You may use real meat.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 1h10m

Yield 28 egg rolls

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 (5 ounce) package yellow rice
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb ground soy chorizo (meatless chorizo "sausage" You may use meatless crumbles or broken up meatless sausage patties)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can Mexican-style tomatoes, undrained
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese (8 ounces)
6 green onions, finely chopped
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (If using the soyrizo-you may eliminate the taco mix)
28 egg roll wraps
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup sour cream
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup salsa (of your choice)
2 scallions
finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Cook rice according to package directions, using 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Cool completely.
  • If using soyrizo, there is no need to brown it.
  • If using real meat, now is when you would brown it.
  • If using meatless patties or crumbles, you would want to heat them.
  • Stir together rice,"sausage", black beans, and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Spoon about 1/3 cup rice mixture in center of each egg roll wrapper.
  • Fold top corner of wrapper over filling, tucking tip of corner under filling; fold left and right corners over filling.
  • Lightly brush remaining corner with egg; tightly roll filled end toward the remaining corner, and gently press to seal.
  • Pour oil into heavy Dutch oven; heat to 375 degrees F.
  • Fry egg rolls, in batches, 2 to 3 minutes or until golden.
  • Drain on wire rack over paper towels.
  • Serve with Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce.
  • Garnish, if desired.
  • Creamy Cilantro Dipping Sauce: Process first 5 ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
  • Garnish, if desired.
  • To freeze: Assemble egg rolls as directed through step 9. Place on a baking sheet and freeze until firm. Transfer to a freezer bag, seal, label and freeze.
  • To serve: Thaw in fridge or microwave to thaw for about 3 minutes. Fry as directed.
  • Note: For a beautiful presentation, cut top from 1 large red bell pepper, reserving top; remove and discard seeds and membrane, leaving pepper intact.
  • Arrange bell pepper on a serving plate, and fill with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.8, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 21, Sodium 392.1, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 0.5, Protein 6.7

TEX MEX EGG ROLLS



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Make and share this Tex Mex Egg Rolls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mermaidmagic

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 appetizer rolls

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 chicken breast fillet
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red bell peppers, minced
2 tablespoons green onions, minced
1/3 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 tablespoons jalapeno peppers, diced
1/2 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
8 egg roll wraps
1/4 cup fresh avocado, mashed (about half of an avocado)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion, finely chopped
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Season chicken breast with salt and pepper (on both sides).
  • Grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until done.
  • In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil on medium-high heat.
  • Add the red pepper and onion and sauté for a few minutes, until tender.
  • Cut the cooked chicken into small cubes and add it to the pepper and onion mixture.
  • Add the corn, black beans, spinach, jalapeno peppers, parsley, cumin, and salt.
  • Cook 5- 10 minutes more, stirring frequently, until everything is heated throughout.
  • Remove pan from heat and add the cheese.
  • Stir until the cheese is mixed in well and melted.
  • Wrap about ten eggroll wrappers in a moist paper towel and microwave on high temperature for about fifteen seconds.
  • Spoon approximately two tablespoons of the chicken mixture into the center.
  • Roll it up like you would a burrito (ends in first, then around the middle), making sure its very tight.
  • If desired, place a toothpick in it to hold, then arrange on a plate.
  • Cover the plate with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 6 hours.
  • (or overnight).
  • Make the dip by combining all ingredients in a bowl.
  • Spoon into container and refrigerate until needed.
  • Preheat frying oil to 375 degrees.
  • Deep fry the eggrolls in the hot oil for 2-5 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Place on a warm plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • Slice each eggroll diagonally and serve with dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.8, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 17.4, Sodium 436.7, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 7

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