What is a spring roll wrapper made of?

Spring roll wrappers are really thin square-shaped pastry sheets that are made of wheat flour, oil, and salt. They're most common in Asian cuisines like Chinese, Japanese, Filipino, and Korean, where they're usually stuffed with vegetables or meat. You'll also find something similar in Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines, but they're folded into a triangle shape and called samosas.

What is the difference between egg roll wrappers and spring roll wrappers?

Egg roll wrappers are thicker than spring roll wrappers. Egg roll wrappers are doughy and made with wheat flour and eggs whereas spring roll wrappers are made from wheat flour, oil, and salt.

Can you deep-fry frozen spring rolls?

Yes, frozen spring rolls and frozen eggs rolls can be deep-fried directly from the freezer. If the oil is too hot, however, the outer wrapper will brown too quickly before the inside gets thoroughly cooked. Just make sure to adjust the oil temperature.

Fried Cheese and Za'atar Spring Rolls

Name: Fried Cheese and Za'atar Spring Rolls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 20 square 7.5" (20 cm) spring roll wrappers; 2 cups shelal cheese or mozzarella cheese (see note 1); 1/4 cup za'atar; Oil for frying

Description

These fried cheese and za'atar spring rolls make the perfect quick appetizer. They take less than 30 minutes to make and are a hit at any party.

Ingredients

Units Scale

20 square 7.5" (20 cm) spring roll wrappers
2 cups shelal cheese or mozzarella cheese (see note 1)
1/4 cup za'atar
Oil for frying

Instructions

Thaw spring roll wrappers.
Place a tablespoon of cheese and a teaspoon of za'atar on the bottom edge of the wrapper, leaving some space on the sides.
Fold the edges over the filling and roll tightly.
Seal by dipping your finger in water, then place the spring rolls seam side down while you finish rolling them all.
Heat the oil. You'll need just enough to submerge the spring rolls in (you'll know it's ready when you place the back of a wooden spoon in and the oil starts to bubble).
In batches, drop the spring rolls in, stirring while they fry until golden. Remove spring rolls with a slotted spoon. Place the cooked spring rolls on a paper towel and repeat.

Notes

Other types of cheeses that work well for fried spring rolls are: mozzarella, kashkaval, feta cheese, akkawi, and halloumi.
You don't need to deep fry, just add enough oil to barely submerge the spring rolls.
Spring rolls can be made ahead and frozen. Just thaw prior to frying.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 spring roll
Calories: 100 calories
Sugar: 0 g
Sodium: 210 mg
Fat: 4 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 8 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 4 g
Cholesterol: 9 mg

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