Bacon Jalapeño Eggrolls

Instructions for Making Bacon Jalapeño Popper Eggrolls

Follow these detailed steps to create the perfect Bacon Jalapeño Popper Eggrolls. These instructions ensure that each eggroll is packed with flavor and cooked to crispy perfection.

Prepare the Filling

1. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, chopped jalapeño peppers, green onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well blended and smooth. This creamy mixture will be the flavorful core of your eggrolls.

Assemble the Eggrolls

2. Lay Out Wrappers: Place an eggroll wrapper on a clean, flat surface with one corner pointing towards you (like a diamond shape).
3. Add Filling: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture diagonally across the center of the wrapper. Be careful not to overfill, as this can make the eggrolls difficult to seal and fry.
4. Fold and Roll: Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling. Then, fold the sides in towards the center, covering the filling. Roll the wrapper tightly towards the top corner to form a neat eggroll shape. Use a bit of water to moisten the top corner and seal the eggroll securely.

Heat the Oil

5. Prepare for Frying: In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). It’s important to maintain this temperature to ensure the eggrolls cook evenly and become perfectly crispy.

Fry the Eggrolls

6. Fry in Batches: Carefully place the prepared eggrolls, seam side down, into the hot oil. Fry them in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Turn them occasionally to ensure they cook evenly on all sides.
7. Cook to Golden Brown: Fry the eggrolls for about 3-4 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Adjust the cooking time as needed based on the size and thickness of your eggrolls.

Drain and Serve

8. Drain Excess Oil: Using a slotted spoon, remove the fried eggrolls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
9. Serve Hot: For the best experience, serve the eggrolls hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Ranch dressing or sour cream are great options that complement the spicy and cheesy flavors of the eggrolls.