Egg Roll Wrapper

Egg roll wrappers are thin, square sheets of wheat-based dough enriched with egg, typically found refrigerated or frozen. They are sturdier and slightly thicker than wonton or wheat spring roll wrappers, which helps them hold substantial fillings without tearing. When fried or air-fried, they blister and turn shatteringly crisp while retaining a tender inner layer.

Common in Chinese American and pan-Asian cooking, egg roll wrappers are used to encase savory fillings such as pork and cabbage, shrimp, or vegetable mixes. They can also be baked for a lighter result, formed into cups for canapés, or sliced into strips for crunchy salad toppers. Handle with slightly damp hands to prevent drying and seal edges with a light water or egg wash.