Saigon-Style Shrimp and Pork Egg Rolls with Fresh Herbs

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Crisp fried egg rolls stuffed with a savory blend of shrimp, pork, and fresh Vietnamese herbs, perfect as appetizers or snacks. This vietnamese-inspired snacks ready in about 55 minutes turns ground pork, small shrimp, peeled and chopped, medium carrot, grated into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 6, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. 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: 40 min Cook: 15 min Serves 6 Vietnamese cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 8 oz ground pork, 6 oz peeled and chopped shrimp, 1 grated medium carrot, 1/2 cup soaked and chopped glass noodles, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 small minced shallot, 1 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; mix thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Lay out 1 egg roll wrapper on a clean surface with one corner pointing towards you. Place about 2 tbsp of filling near the corner closest to you, add a few leaves of fresh mint, cilantro, and Thai basil on top.
  3. Step 3: Fold the corner over the filling, tuck the sides inward, and roll tightly towards the opposite corner; seal the edge with a dab of water. Repeat for all wrappers and filling.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat to 350°F. Fry egg rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes each, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crisp.
  5. Step 5: Drain the fried egg rolls on paper towels and serve hot with a side of Nuoc Cham dipping sauce or your favorite Vietnamese dipping sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Saigon-Style Shrimp and Pork Egg Rolls with Fresh Herbs take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (40 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 Saigon-Style Shrimp and Pork Egg Rolls with Fresh Herbs?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.

Can I substitute ingredients in Saigon-Style Shrimp and Pork Egg Rolls with Fresh Herbs?

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 Saigon-Style Shrimp and Pork Egg Rolls with Fresh Herbs for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Saigon-Style Shrimp and Pork Egg Rolls with Fresh Herbs?

Vietnamese snacks 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.

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