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Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

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I love to smoke pork butts. But I typically end up with a good amount of leftovers. So this recipe is a great way to use up extra pulled pork!

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I love to smoke pork butts. It’s easy, it’s a cheap way to feed my family, and it tastes good. But it does tend to leave us with a lot of leftovers. I’m good with pulled pork sandwiches, but having something different is nice. And that’s precisely what these BBQ pulled pork egg rolls are.

My wife and I love egg rolls when we order Chinese food, so we decided to take a shot combining the crispy exterior with a barbecue-inspired filling. It’s an easy recipe utilizing leftover pulled pork, egg roll wrappers, your favorite BBQ sauce, cheese (I’m a big fan of pepper jack for a little kick), and cabbage and carrots for a bit of a traditional egg roll kick.

These egg rolls are perfect for an easy mid-week dinner or your next game day or tailgate party!

BBQ Pulled Pork Egg Roll Recipe

Ingredients for pulled pork egg rolls

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of leftover pulled pork
  • 1 cup of pepper jack cheese, cubed
  • 10 egg roll wrappers
  • 2 cups of coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup of shredded carrots
  • 3 TBSPs of your favorite barbecue sauce
  • Frying oil
  • Water

Substitutes

  • Pepper jack to cheddar cheese if you don’t like some spice
  • Coleslaw mix for freshly sliced cabbage
  • Pulled pork for pulled chicken or shredded beef
  • Pan frying for air fryer or deep fryer

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Tablespoon
  • Frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Small bowl
  • Brush (optional)
  • Plate
  • Paper towels

How To Make BBQ Pulled Egg Rolls

Step 1. Combine Filling

Pour cabbage, carrots, pulled pork, diced cheese, and barbecue sauce into a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined. Also, at this time, pour some water in a small prep bowl.

Pulled pork, coleslaw, carrots, pepper jack cheese, and barbecue sauce in a mixing bowl

Step 2. Preheat Oil

Pour oil into the pan until the entire bottom of the pan is covered. Heat on medium until the oil shimmers.

Step 3. Fill Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

Lay out an egg roll wrapper with one corner facing you. Spoon three tablespoons of filling into the center. Spread it out slightly from side to side to allow for easier wrapping.

Pulled pork filling in egg roll wrapper

Step 4. Wrap The Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

Wet the edges of the egg roll slightly to help it seal. Take the bottom corner and fold over the mixture in the middle. Fold the right corner over to seal that end, and repeat with the left corner. Then, roll the egg roll up to finish sealing the egg roll. Repeat until you have used all of your egg roll wrappers.

Step 5. Fry Your Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

Using your tongs, lower egg rolls into your pan to fry. Don’t overload the pan, you want to be able to grab each individual roll with your tongs. Cook for two to three minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Flip and repeat on each side until all sides are fried. Remove from oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels.

BBQ pulled pork egg rolls frying

Step 6. Cool And Serve!

Let the egg rolls cool for a few moments before serving. Serve with a side of that barbecue sauce from earlier as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!

Expert Tips

  • If you like your egg rolls with more cabbage, simply add another half a cup of coleslaw mix to the filling.

  • If you prefer less crunchy filling, heat the filling minus the cheese in a saucepan for a few minutes on medium-low to soften the cabbage and carrots.

  • If you have kids who don’t like all those veggies, you can simply fill your egg roll wrappers with cheese and pulled pork. It’s still tasty!

BBQ pulled pork egg rolls

What To Serve Pulled Pork Egg Rolls With

These crunchy egg rolls could be a meal unto themselves if you want. But they’ll shine paired with some great side dishes.

1. Smoked Mac And Cheese

Pairing a crispy egg roll with smoky and creamy mac and cheese? Yes, please! Check out our recipe for a barbecue twist on this classic side dish.

2. Smoked Pig Shots

If you’re looking to have the best BBQ gameday spread, whip up a batch of our smoked pig shots to go along with the egg rolls.

FAQs:

What’s The Best Way To Get Crispy BBQ Pulled Pork Egg Rolls? If you’ve got a deep fryer or are comfortable deep frying in a Dutch oven (or similar piece of equipment), that’s going to give you the most uniform and crispy egg roll. I shallow-fried my egg rolls simply because the technique uses less oil and I can use any old skillet. The air fryer is a great healthier option because it doesn’t use oil, but it doesn’t quite deliver the same results.

Storage And Reheat

If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container, and they will keep in your fridge for three to five days. You can also freeze them for long-term storage. As for reheating, I used an air fryer set to 380°F for approximately five minutes. They were just as crispy as if they had come out of the oil.

Serving Size

A typical serving size is 1-2 egg rolls per person as an appetizer.

Pulled Pork Egg Rolls stacked on a cutting board
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BBQ Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

Author: Jeremy Pike
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keywords: pulled pork egg rolls
Servings: 5
This unique take on egg rolls uses leftover pulled pork to create a tasty appetizer!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Tablespoon
  • Frying Pan
  • Tongs
  • Small bowl
  • Brush (optional)
  • Plate
  • Paper towels

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Pulled pork (I used leftover pulled pork)
  • 1 cup Pepper jack cheese cubed
  • 10 Egg roll wrappers
  • 2 cups Coleslaw mix
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Carrots
  • 3 TBSPs Barbecue sauce
  • Frying oil
  • Water

Instructions
 

How To Make BBQ Pulled Egg Rolls

  • Serving Size: Serves 1-2 Egg Rolls Per Person
    Ingredients for pulled pork egg rolls
  • Pour cabbage, carrots, pulled pork, diced cheese, and barbecue sauce into a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined. Also, at this time pour some water in a small prep bowl.
    Pulled pork, coleslaw, carrots, pepper jack cheese, and barbecue sauce in a mixing bowl
  • Preheat your Oil. Pour oil into the pan until the entire bottom of the pan is covered. Heat on medium until the oil shimmers.
  • Fill the Egg Rolls. Lay out an egg roll wrapper with one corner facing you. Spoon three tablespoons of filling into the center. Spread it out slightly from side to side to allow for easier wrapping.
    Pulled pork filling in egg roll wrapper
  • Wrap The Egg Rolls. Wet the edges of the egg roll slightly to help it seal. Take the bottom corner and fold over the mixture in the middle. Fold the right corner over to seal that end and repeat with the left corner. Then roll the egg roll up to finish sealing the egg roll. Repeat until you have used all of your egg roll wrappers.
    Wrapping pulled pork egg roll Step 3
  • Fry Your Egg Rolls. Using your tongs, lower egg rolls into your pan to fry. Don't overload the pan, you want to be able to grab each individual roll with your tongs. Cook for two to three minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Flip and repeat on each side until all sides are fried. Remove from oil and place on a plate lined with paper towels.
    BBQ pulled pork egg rolls frying
  • Cool And Serve! Let the egg rolls cool for a few moments before serving. Serve with a side of that barbecue sauce from earlier as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
    BBQ pulled pork egg rolls

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 21gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 63mgSodium: 972mgPotassium: 142mgFiber: 2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 2135IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 247mgIron: 2mg

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