Crispy Pork Eggrolls with Pickled Carrots and Daikon

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Hand-rolled Vietnamese eggrolls filled with savory ground pork and vegetables, served alongside tangy pickled carrots and daikon for a perfect balance of flavors. This vietnamese-inspired pork ready in about 45 minutes pairs ground pork, minced garlic cloves, finely chopped shallots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 30 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 finely chopped shallots, 1 cup shredded carrot, 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1 oz soaked and chopped glass noodles, 2 tbsp fish sauce, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
  2. Step 2: Lay 1 eggroll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointed towards you. Place about 2 tbsp filling near the corner, then fold the corner over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  3. Step 3: Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Fry eggrolls in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels.
  4. Step 4: For the pickled vegetables, combine 1 cup white vinegar, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 tsp salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
  5. Step 5: Place 1 cup julienned carrot and 1 cup julienned daikon radish in a jar or bowl. Pour cooled pickling liquid over the vegetables and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving alongside the eggrolls.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Crispy Pork Eggrolls with Pickled Carrots and Daikon take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (30 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Crispy Pork Eggrolls with Pickled Carrots and Daikon?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Pork Eggrolls with Pickled Carrots and Daikon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Crispy Pork Eggrolls with Pickled Carrots and Daikon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Crispy Pork Eggrolls with Pickled Carrots and Daikon?

Vietnamese pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.