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If you haven’t heard of an egg roll in a bowl, you’re in for a treat! This delicious and savory dish is full of all of your favorite flavors of an egg roll without having to stuff the wrapper. It’s quick, easy, and makes the BEST leftovers. You will want to make this recipe again and again!

I definitely love my egg rolls! They are so fun to make and full of flavor. The best part is they are also full of vegetables that my kids actually love! A few that I love right now are Air Fryer Avocado Egg Rolls, or these yummy Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls, and these fun Strawberry Cheesecake Egg Rolls for dessert!

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Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

If you haven’t noticed by now, I am a HUGE egg roll fan! They are so fun, and I love all of the dips and flavor combinations you can create. But sometimes, I don’t have time to individually wrap each egg roll in the wrapper and cook them (although I have a few air fryer egg roll recipes that make the cooking part a breeze!). So when I am in a hurry, this egg roll in a bowl recipe is my go-to! It’s so simple and delicious, and you can change out a lot of the ingredients to customize this recipe to what flavors you are in the mood for.

So what is an egg roll in a bowl? The name really says it all! It’s all the yummy stuffings of an egg roll without the wrapper. It is similar to a stir fry, and is so simple and delicious that you’ll be hooked on this meal! My favorite part is I can make a really yummy dinner in just 10 minutes that feeds my whole family. And they absolutely love this meal. It’s a busy mom win-win!

Egg Roll in a Bowl Ingredients

Fresh ingredients always taste best, which is why this recipe is full of fresh seasonings and veggies. You can buy certain things pre-cut, which will speed up prep time! As you get familiar with this dish, start switching out ingredients to play with the flavor profile! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

  • Sesame Oil: Sesame oil adds that traditional flavor that you love to your egg roll and is a must in this dish!
  • Onion: I recommend mincing them for this recipe so that the flavor is distributed evenly throughout the meal.
  • Garlic: Garlic adds so much flavor and takes this recipe to the next level!
  • Fresh Ginger: Fresh garlic is always the most flavorful, but you could use powdered if you are in a pinch.
  • Ground Turkey: I used 1 pound of uncooked ground turkey in this recipe. If you don’t like turkey, you can use ground beef or pork instead!
  • Soy sauce: I added soy sauce at the end as a finishing sauce on this dish. It was amazing!
  • Prepared coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrot mixture): I just bought a bag of pre-cut cabbage and carrot mix, which is sold as a pre-made coleslaw mix at the grocery store.
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste, but because soy sauce has sodium, you could leave out the salt if you felt like it.
  • Chopped green onions: I served these on top of the dish as a garnish. It adds a nice bright, fresh flavor and a beautiful pop of color!
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish): Because you already added sesame oil, you could leave this out if you wanted to. I personally love adding a sprinkle of sesame seeds for garnish after I have plated this dish for additional texture and flavor.

How to Make Egg Roll in a Bowl

Get ready to have a new favorite meal! This recipe is so simple, and it comes together in just 10 minutes. It’s even full of vegetables to keep it balanced and a well-rounded dinner.

  1. Heat the Seasonings: In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent.
  2. Add and Cook: Add the garlic and ginger to the pan and then cook an additional 30 seconds.
  3. Cook the Meat: Cook the ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Try to keep the ground turkey in bigger pieces, don’t crumble it too small.
  4. Add Coleslaw: Add the coleslaw mix and stir well.
  5. Cook until Softened: Continue cooking the mixture over low to medium heat, stirring often, then add the soy sauce as the coleslaw mix begins to soften.
  6. Season: Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Add Garnish: To serve, garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and additional soy sauce if desired. I also love a drizzle of sriracha for added heat.
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Alternatives to Ground Turkey

I know turkey isn’t for everyone, and this recipe goes great with other proteins as well! Get creative and have fun with this one!

  • Ground Chicken: Ground chicken goes great with this flavor combination and is a great substitution for ground turkey!
  • Ground Pork: Ground pork is a wonderful option for this dish and tastes amazing with sesame oil.
  • Make it Vegan: Don’t want protein? You can make this recipe completely vegan by substituting the ground turkey for veggies like mushrooms and carrots. Just cook the vegetables until softened, and you have a delicious vegan egg roll in a bowl!
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Optional Ingredient to Keep your Turkey Moist

Trust me, we’ve all had dry turkey and we definitely don’t want to have it again! With this little tip, you can say goodbye to dry ground turkey forever!

  • Add Ground Mushrooms: Ground mushrooms add so much moisture and flavor to ground turkey, I promise it won’t be dry with this secret ingredient! The mushrooms can be added at the same time as the turkey and will release all of their flavor and juices into your turkey without watering down the dish. They also add a delicious beefy flavor that may otherwise be missing from ground turkey.

NOTE: Do your kids hate mushrooms? I bet they won’t even realize they are in it! Ground mushrooms don’t have the same texture as whole mushrooms. They will blend in with the ground meat and look almost indistinguishable. If you are really positive your kids will hate this dish with mushrooms then you can add an additional 2 tbsp of your choice of oil to keep your turkey moist.

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How to store your leftovers

This dish is so perfect for leftovers! It’s a great grab for quick lunches too. I love having these leftovers on hand!

  • In the Refrigerator: Once your dish has completely cooled (and it isn’t letting off any more moisture that would gather on the top of the lid), then you can place your egg roll in a bowl in an airtight container. It will last in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.
  • To Reheat: This meal easily reheats in the microwave! Just make sure to cover it with a wet paper towel so it doesn’t dry out when you are reheating it.

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Egg Roll In A Bowl

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By: Alyssa Rivers

If you haven't heard of an egg roll in a bowl, you're in for a treat! This delicious and savory dish is full of all of your favorite flavors of an egg roll without having to stuff the wrapper. It's quick, easy, and makes the BEST leftovers. You will want to make this recipe again and again!

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent.

  • Add the garlic and ginger and cook an additional 30 seconds.

  • Cook the ground turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned. Try to keep the ground turkey in bigger pieces, don't crumble it too small.

  • Add the coleslaw mix and stir well.

  • Continue cooking the mixture over low to medium heat, stirring often, then add the soy sauce as the coleslaw mix begins to soften.

  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  • To serve, garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and additional soy sauce if desired. I also love a drizzle of sriracha for added heat.

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Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 31gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 1010mgPotassium: 424mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 91IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Asian American

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Welcome to my kitchen! I am Alyssa Rivers and the food blogger behind The Recipe Critic. The blog launched in 2012 as a place to share my passion for cooking. I love trying new things and testing them out with my family. Each recipe is tried and true, family-tested and approved.

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FAQs

Why is it called egg roll in a bowl? ›

Egg roll in a bowl is basically what it's called. It's the inside of an egg bowl but in a bowl rather than in an egg roll. Simple! You could totally add crispy wontons on top or a sriracha aioli type of topping, but I wanted ours to be super simple, nourishing, and quick!

What are the ingredients in an egg roll? ›

What's In An Egg Roll? This egg roll recipe calls for a ginger- and garlic-packed filling of pork, cabbage, and carrots. The filling is stuffed in a store-bought egg roll wrapper, which is sealed with a flour paste and fried to crispy perfection in hot peanut oil.

Which is healthier, spring roll or egg roll? ›

Generally, spring rolls are healthier. In Vietnam and Thailand, spring rolls are packed with raw vegetables and fresh herbs. The rolls are also made with a thinner wrapper than egg rolls and often served fresh, rather than fried.

What is the clear thing in egg rolls? ›

If you are wondering what the clear noodles in egg rolls are, they are cellophane noodles.

Are egg rolls Chinese or Japanese? ›

Foodtimeline.org says, “egg rolls (and their lighter counterpart, spring rolls) date back to ancient China. It is quite likely that egg-roll type foods were made and consumed in the USA by the first Chinese settlers in the mid 1800's.” Okay, now we are getting somewhere.

Are egg rolls healthy? ›

Sure, there are veggies in the filling. But egg rolls are anything but healthy. They're wrapped in dough and deep-fried. The result is an appetizer that packs more than 220 calories and 10 grams of fat in each one.

How to keep eggrolls crispy? ›

Cool your rolls on a wire rack instead of a paper towel or plate. Regardless of whether you air fried, deep-fried, or baked your egg rolls, do not let them cool on a paper towel or plate. Instead, use a pair of tongs to set the egg rolls on a raised cooling rack with a baking sheet underneath it.

What is the best oil for frying egg rolls? ›

Peanut oil is great for frying egg rolls as it has a high smoking point and provides a nutty flavor. If you don't have it on hand, you can use canola or corn oil. Do not use oils like sesame oil or olive oil, as they are not good candidates for deep-frying due to their low smoking point.

Why do egg rolls not have eggs in them? ›

Given their name, it seems like eggs would be an ingredient in the wrapper, since they're not included in the filling. Yes, eggs are a main ingredient in many egg roll wrappers (but not all of them), and they're an important part of how many wrappers get that very specific crispy-yet-chewy texture.

Can diabetics eat egg rolls? ›

Deep-fried egg rolls, fried rice, and a main dish dripping in oily sauce make this meal an unhealthy choice. The total sodium in this type of meal is more than most people with diabetes should have over 3 days. Beware the MSG (monosodium glutamate), a seasoning that sends the sodium content soaring.

Do egg rolls have MSG? ›

Add pork, bamboo shoots, mushroom, green onions, soy sauce, salt, sugar, and MSG; continue cooking until vegetables soften, about 6 minutes. Stir in sliced egg, then spread the mixture out onto a pan, and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.

What's the difference between Chinese egg roll and spring roll? ›

Spring rolls are wrapped in thin flour wrappers or rice wrappers, while egg rolls are wrapped in a thicker, noticeably crispier wrapper that's been dipped in egg for richness. Preparation. Egg rolls are fried, which accounts for their bubbly, crispy exteriors.

What is the black stuff in egg rolls? ›

wood ear mushrooms – many packages call them Black Fungus, with no mention of the wood ear mushrooms. I know black fungus sounds kinda disgusting but they really are just a type of mushrooms. No fear!! It gives the egg roll filling a nice chewy/crunchy texture and a good.

Why is there peanut butter in egg rolls? ›

Easy answer, which he already knew, is because it's an ingredient. I've heard, over the years, that peanut butter was used to seal egg roll wrappers, or bind ingredients, or used as a filler during wartime rationing, or simply for the flavor.

Are egg rolls Chinese or Vietnamese? ›

Egg rolls are a ubiquitous feature of American Chinese cuisine. Undetermined. General belief is in New York City in the 1930s. Henry Low included an egg roll recipe in his 1938 book Cook at Home in Chinese.

What's the difference between an egg roll and a spring roll? ›

Differences Between Egg Rolls and Spring Rolls

Wrapper: Egg rolls have a thicker skin and utilize a wonton or thick, yeast dough wrapper. Spring rolls have a more delicate, thin skin and use a spring roll wrapper. Filling: Egg rolls typically contain cabbage and meat.

What is the slang egg roll? ›

Street name, slang, or code word for 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA). MDMA is commonly referred to as ecstasy. Note: Innumerable substances–legal or illicit or combinations thereof–are used to facilitate illegal activities.

What's the difference between egg roll and pancake roll? ›

Spring roll wrappers are made with flour and water, and are super thin and crisp once deep-fried, prone to shattering into delicate flakes at first bite. Egg roll wrappers, meanwhile, include egg in their dough, and are noticeably thicker, sturdier, and satisfyingly crunchy.

Why do people call egg rolls spring rolls? ›

The exact origins of springs rolls and egg rolls are a bit unclear, though both have their roots in Chinese cuisine. While the jury is still out on the specifics, many food experts believe that spring rolls came first, and that they were adapted to become what was later on deemed the egg roll.

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