Crispy Air Fryer Egg Rolls

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Egg Rolls
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Asian American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon ginger paste; 1/2 cup finely chopped celery; 2 cups coleslaw mix; 1/2 pound ground chicken; 3 tablespoons oyster sauce; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 12 egg roll wrappers; olive oil spray; water for sealing

These air fryer egg rolls are perfectly crunchy on the outside and packed with a savory, flavorful chicken filling.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Asian American· August 11, 2026

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Prep

20 minutes

Cook

12 minutes

Total

32 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about a good egg roll, but the deep frying process can be quite a chore. These air fryer versions give you that same golden crunch you love at home, without the heavy oil. They are fresh, flavorful, and much lighter than what you would get from takeout.

You can easily customize these by swapping the chicken for ground pork or beef depending on what you have in your fridge. Keep a small bowl of water handy when you start rolling, as it acts like glue to keep everything tucked neatly inside.

🧺 Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ginger paste
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
2 cups coleslaw mix
1/2 pound ground chicken
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce
1/2 cup chopped green onions
12 egg roll wrappers
olive oil spray
water for sealing

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.
2
Add the garlic, ginger, and celery to the skillet and cook for 1 minute while stirring.
3
Add the coleslaw mix and cook for about 2 minutes until the cabbage begins to soften.
4
Add the ground chicken, oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha to the skillet.
5
Cook the mixture for 3 to 4 minutes while breaking up the meat until the chicken is cooked through and the liquid has evaporated.
6
Stir in the green onions, remove from heat, and let the mixture cool slightly.
7
Lay an egg roll wrapper on a flat surface with one corner pointing toward you, then spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of filling onto the bottom half.
8
Fold the bottom corner over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll it up tightly like a burrito.
9
Moisten the top edge of the wrapper with water and press to seal the roll tightly.
10
Arrange the egg rolls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch.
11
Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray, then air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 6 minutes.
12
Flip the egg rolls, spray the other side with more oil, and cook for another 6 minutes until they are golden brown and crispy.

💡 Tips

To keep your wrappers from drying out while you work, cover the stack with a damp paper towel. If you have a larger crowd, be sure to cook in batches so the air circulates well, which helps every side get nice and crispy. Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat them in the air fryer to restore the crunch.

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