Make your own spring rolls

Nothing is more satisfying than preparing your own food with fresh ingredients and to your own taste. This is especially true for making spring rolls. There are endless variations and possibilities, so you can prepare your spring rolls exactly the way you like them. Moreover, making your own spring rolls is not only fun and delicious, but also budget-friendly and healthier than the ready-made versions from the supermarket.

What are spring rolls anyway?

Spring rolls are originally an Asian snack, consisting of a wafer-thin roll of dough filled with various ingredients, which is then fried or baked. The most well-known are the Chinese versions, with fillings such as stir-fried vegetables, chicken, shrimp, and eggs, seasoned with soy sauce, fish sauce, or oyster sauce. But they are also found in Filipino, Vietnamese, and Indonesian cuisine, with each country adding its own twist to the filling. They are often eaten as a snack with drinks, as an appetizer, or as part of a larger meal.

How do you make spring rolls?

Making spring rolls is easier than you might think. Start by preparing the filling, which you can customize to your own tastes and dietary needs. Think chicken, shrimp, pork, or tofu for protein, and add your favorite vegetables like cabbage, carrots, leeks, or bean sprouts, seasoned with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce or fish sauce.

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Perfect for mixing your spring roll filling!
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Next, take a spring roll wrapper, available at most supermarkets and Asian stores. Place a portion of the filling on the dough and fold it over the dough as usual. Once everything is properly wrapped, you can fry or bake the spring rolls until golden brown and crispy.

How do you store spring rolls?

It's best to serve homemade spring rolls immediately, as fresh is always best. However, you can also prepare them and store them in the refrigerator. After folding, let the spring rolls cool completely, wrap them individually in plastic wrap, and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They'll stay fresh for at least two days this way.

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With the different settings for dry and moist products and the manual sealing option, you can always apply the right amount of vacuum.
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Want to store them longer? Freeze the wrapped spring rolls. They'll keep for up to three months. You can fry or bake them straight from the freezer, but keep in mind that the baking time will be slightly longer.

Let's get started!

Whether you're a hobby cook or an experienced chef, making your own spring rolls is a fun, creative, and delicious challenge. And the more you do it, the easier and faster it gets. Experiment with different fillings, try different cooking methods, and you might just discover your own secret recipe for the perfect spring roll. So put on that apron, stir in that wok, and fry up the most delicious spring rolls from scratch!