Southwest Egg Rolls (Printable Version)

Crispy rolls with chicken, cheese, beans and veggies, featuring bold southwestern flavors and avocado ranch dip.

# Ingredients:

→ Filling

01 - 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
02 - 1 cup corn kernels
03 - 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
04 - 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
05 - 1/4 cup jalapeño, minced and seeded
06 - 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
07 - 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
08 - 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon salt
10 - 2 teaspoons chili powder
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

→ Assembly

13 - 1 pack egg roll wrappers (21 count)
14 - Oil for frying

→ Avocado Ranch Dip

15 - 1 cup ranch dressing
16 - 1/2 avocado
17 - 1/3 cup cilantro leaves
18 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Steps:

01 - Combine red bell peppers, corn, black beans, green onions, jalapeño, spinach, Monterey Jack cheese, diced chicken breast, salt, chili powder, black pepper, and cumin in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed.
02 - Place approximately 2 tablespoons of filling onto each egg roll wrapper. Roll tightly, folding in sides, and seal edges with water to prevent filling from escaping during cooking.
03 - Arrange prepared egg rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for at least 2 hours to firm up before frying.
04 - Heat oil to a depth of 1 inch in a large skillet to 350°F. Fry egg rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
05 - Remove fried egg rolls and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
06 - In a food processor, blend ranch dressing, avocado, cilantro, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
07 - Slice egg rolls diagonally and serve warm with avocado ranch dip.

# Notes:

01 - Can freeze uncooked egg rolls for up to 3 months
02 - When cooking from frozen, add 1-2 minutes to frying time
03 - For a healthier option, bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes instead of frying
04 - Prepare dip fresh before serving for best flavor
05 - Avoid overfilling wrappers to prevent bursting during cooking

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