Spicy Chicken Egg Rolls With Honey Apricot Dipping Sauce Recipe

How to Make Spicy Chicken Egg Rolls With Honey Apricot Dipping Sauce

1. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup shredded cabbage and 1/2 cup shredded carrots.
2. Mix well to combine.
3. Add 1 1/2 cups cooked and shredded chicken.
4. Mix well to combine.
5. Add 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste), and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well.
6. Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more red pepper flakes for extra heat, salt for extra savoriness, or other spices to customize the flavor profile.
7. Lightly whisk 1 large egg and add it to the mixture, mixing well to combine.
8. To assemble the egg rolls:
9. Lay one egg roll wrapper on a clean work surface.
10. Using wet fingers, lightly dampen the edges of the wrapper.
11. Place 4 tablespoons of the chicken mixture evenly across the center of the wrapper, leaving 3/4 inch of space from the edges.
12. Fold the bottom half of the wrapper up over the filling.
13. Fold in the side edges, then tightly roll the egg roll away from you, sealing the edges well.
14. Repeat steps 9-13 with the remaining wrappers and filling.
15. In a large 12-inch skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
16. Carefully add egg rolls to the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
17. Fry for approximately 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
18. Remove egg rolls from the skillet and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
19. To make the Honey Apricot Dipping Sauce:
20. In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup apricot preserves, 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon rice vinegar.
21. Over low heat, stir until the sauce comes to a simmer and the preserves are melted and combined with the other ingredients.
22. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving with the egg rolls.