Crispy Pork Cha Giò (Vietnamese Spring Rolls)
Golden-fried Vietnamese pork spring rolls with a savory-sweet filling wrapped in crispy rice paper. Served with a tangy dipping sauce for an impressive appetizer or light dinner.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 480
- Protein
- 16g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix ground pork, grated carrot, green onions, fish sauce, and lime juice in a bowl until evenly combined.
Step 2
Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water for 30 seconds until pliable, then lay on a damp towel.
Step 3
Spoon 2 tbsp filling onto lower third of each wrapper, fold sides in, then roll tightly toward top.
Step 4
Heat oil in a heavy pot to 350°F (a wooden spoon handle will bubble steadily when inserted).
Step 5
Fry rolls in batches without crowding, turning once, until golden brown on both sides, 3-4 minutes total.
Step 6
Transfer to paper towels to drain; serve hot with fish sauce dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- shallow dish or plate (for softening rice paper)
- heavy-bottomed pot (3-quart minimum)
- thermometer (candy or deep-fry)
- wooden spoon
- slotted spoon
- paper towels
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