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Southwest Egg Rolls

Crispy Southwest Egg Rolls You'll Crave Again and Again

These Southwest Egg Rolls are filled with shredded chicken, black beans, and spicy jalapeño, all wrapped in crispy tortillas for an irresistible treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Southwestern
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups shredded chicken Use shredded rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • 1 can black beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup corn Frozen or canned.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack.
  • 1 each jalapeño Diced; omit for milder flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Wrap
  • 8 each flour tortillas Or whole wheat/gluten-free.
For Cooking
  • 2 cups oil for frying Vegetable or canola oil.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Frying pan
  • Slotted Spoon
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, cheese, diced jalapeño (if using), chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until incorporated.
  2. Warm each tortilla in a skillet over medium heat for about 15-20 seconds on each side.
  3. Lay a warm tortilla flat, place approximately 2 tablespoons of filling in the center, fold sides, and roll tightly, using water to seal if necessary.
  4. Heat oil in a deep frying pan or pot until shimmering at around 350°F.
  5. Carefully add the egg rolls in batches to the hot oil, frying for about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove fried egg rolls with a slotted spoon and transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
  7. Alternatively, arrange on a greased baking sheet, spray tops lightly, and bake at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  8. Let the cooked egg rolls cool for a few minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Serve with salsa or guacamole for a delightful dipping experience.

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