rewrite this title Air Fryer Egg Rolls

If you’ve been disappointed by baked egg rolls before, be prepared to be delighted by air-fried ones. The dry, constantly circulating air gives the wrapper a shatteringly crisp texture. 

Active time: 20 minutes | Total time: 35 minutes

Air Fryer Egg Rolls

Ingredients

1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
2 cups (170g) green cabbage, shredded
1 small carrot, shredded
1/4 cup (20g) green onions, chopped
8 oz. (227g) ground turkey (93% lean)
1 tbsp reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 tsp white or black pepper
8 (24g each) egg roll wrappers
Cooking spray

Directions

Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and swirl to coat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add cabbage and carrot and sauté for 2 minutes. Add green onions and turkey; cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the turkey is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from heat and stir in soy sauce and pepper.

Place an egg roll wrapper on a dry work surface with the corners positioned vertically (like a diamond shape). Moisten all edges with water. Spoon about 1/4 cup of filling across the center. Fold in the left and right corners, then roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Preheat the air fryer, if necessary, to 400°F (200°C). Coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange 4 egg rolls in a single layer and lightly coat with cooking spray. Air fry for 7–8 minutes, turning halfway through, until browned and crisp. Repeat with remaining egg rolls. Serve immediately.

Serves: 8 | Serving Size: 1 egg roll

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 150; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 29mg; Sodium: 242mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 10g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 187mg; Iron: 10%; Vitamin A: 155%; Vitamin C: 17%

Originally published October 30, 2020; Updated March 2026