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Lumpia

Lumpia is a delicious Filipino appetizer that features a savory filling wrapped in a crispy shell, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 30 lumpia rolls
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 2 pieces Green onion, minced
  • 1 cup Carrots, finely minced
  • 2 cups Green cabbage, finely sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
Wrapping and Frying
  • 30 pieces Lumpia wrappers or egg roll wrappers
  • Oil for frying Oil, for frying
  • Water for sealing Water, for sealing wrappers

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat the sesame oil in a pan over medium-high heat until it shimmers slightly. Add the garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for about 20 seconds.
  2. Add the ground beef to the pan, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks. Stir occasionally until fully browned.
  3. Once the beef is cooked, stir in the green onions, carrots, and cabbage. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and onion powder. Pour in the soy sauce and mix everything thoroughly.
  5. Remove from heat and let the filling cool for several minutes.
  6. Lay a lumpia wrapper flat and keep a small bowl of water nearby. Spoon about one to one and a half tablespoons of filling near the bottom edge.
  7. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly upward into a cylinder.
  8. Dab water along the top edge of the wrapper before sealing.
  9. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Test the oil by dropping in a tiny piece of wrapper; it should sizzle.
  10. Carefully lower a few lumpia into the hot oil, frying until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Notes

Serve hot with sweet chili sauce or vinegar-based dipping sauce. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.