Lumpia

🕒 Prep: 20 min
🔥 Cook: 5 min
🍽 Serves: 6
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Lumpia is a staple in Filipino cuisine that bursts with savory flavors and a satisfying crunch. It's perfect for gatherings, offering a delightful mix of textures and tastes in every bite. This recipe will guide you through making these delicious rolls from scratch.

Ingredients for Lumpia

Ground pork forms the hearty base of the filling, providing richness and flavor. Onions and garlic add aromatic depth, while carrots introduce a hint of sweetness and crunch. Green onions contribute a fresh, mild bite. For seasoning, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper enhance the savory profile. Water chestnuts provide a surprising, delightful crunch, rounding out the filling. The spring roll wrappers encase all these flavors, crisping up beautifully when fried.

Tips & Tricks

  • Don't overcrowd the fryer; it lowers the oil temperature, making the lumpia greasy.
  • Use a thermometer to keep the oil at a steady 350°F (175°C).
  • Freeze the rolled lumpia before frying if you want to prepare them ahead of time.

Serving Suggestions

Lumpia are delightful on their own but even better with some dipping sauces. Serve them with sweet chili sauce or a vinegar-garlic dip for a classic touch. They pair well with a light, fresh salad or a side of garlic rice to complete the meal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a different type of meat?
Yes, ground chicken or turkey can work well as a substitute.
How do I store leftover lumpia?
Store cooked lumpia in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in an oven to retain crispiness.
Can I bake the lumpia instead of frying?
Yes, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.

Lumpia Recipe Walkthrough

Start by grabbing a large bowl. Combine the ground pork, onions, carrots, green onions, garlic, black pepper, salt, soy sauce, and water chestnuts. Use your hands or a sturdy spoon to mix everything thoroughly; you want every bite to have a little bit of each ingredient.

Clear a clean, flat surface for the assembly line. Lay out a spring roll wrapper with one corner pointing towards you. Place about two tablespoons of the filling near this corner. Fold the corner over the filling, then bring in the sides snugly. Continue rolling the wrapper tightly. Dab a bit of water on the last corner to seal it up. Repeat until you've used all the filling or wrappers.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large saucepan to 350°F (175°C). Carefully lower the lumpia into the hot oil in small batches. Fry until they turn golden brown and are cooked through, which usually takes about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove them with a slotted spoon and let them drain on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving them up.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Perfect for parties and gatherings.
  • Simple ingredients with big flavor impact.
  • Crispy texture with a juicy filling.
  • Customizable with your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients

1 lb ground pork
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup minced carrots
1/4 cup chopped green onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 cup water chestnuts, chopped
30 spring roll wrappers
Oil for frying

Step-by-step Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, onions, carrots, green onions, garlic, black pepper, salt, soy sauce, and water chestnuts. Mix thoroughly.
2. Lay out a spring roll wrapper on a clean, flat surface. Place approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling near one corner of the wrapper.
3. Fold the corner over the filling, then fold in the sides. Roll the wrapper tightly over the filling.
4. Seal the edge of the wrapper with a dab of water. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
5. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350°F (175°C).
6. Fry the lumpia in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
7. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.

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