I saw this innovative appetizer idea at Annie’s Eats delicious site. Since I rarely serve appetizers, I decided to make it a main dish to serve for dinner. It’s a delicious fusion of Southwest and Asian cuisines that is baked and not fried.
An easy recipe to throw together at the last minute and have on the table in 20 minutes. I added some shredded chicken breast, you could buy a rotisserie chicken and shredded it, or do as I did and just quickly grill one large chicken breast in a grill pan on the stove.
We all loved this meal and look forward to having it again. What’s not to love about a spicy, cheesy filling all wrapped up in a thin crispy shell.
Baked Southwestern Egg Rolls
adapted slightly from Annie’s Eats1 cup shredded, cooked chicken breast
2 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 (15 oz.) can black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (I used a cheddar/jack blend)
1 (4 oz.) can diced green chiles, drained
4 green onions, chopped
1 tsp. ground cumin
½ tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. salt
½ tsp. pepper
¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
1 package egg roll wrappers (about 24 total)Directions:
In a large bowl, combine everything but the egg roll wrappers. Mix well to blend. Lay an egg roll wrapper out on a work surface so that one of the corners is pointing toward you and place ¼ cup of the filling in the center. Fold the tip closest to you up over the filling, roll a bit, then take the points pointing outward and fold them in toward the center. Continue rolling into an egg roll shape until a small part of the remaining point is still free. Dip a finger in water or beaten egg and lightly brush on the edges of the free corner. Finish rolling and press to seal closed. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.Preheat the oven to 425˚ F. Lightly oil a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place the sealed egg rolls on the baking sheet seam side down and spray the tops of the egg rolls with cooking spray. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until lightly brown, turning halfway through baking. Serve warm with salsa.
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These look delicious! I usually fry mine but will try your baked version.
For an awesome dipping sauce (which I adapted from food network) blend 1 block cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream, 1 can Ro-Tel, and 1 bunch cilantro leaves in the blender or food processor. Serve with the egg rolls.
Yummy!
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That does sound like a awesome dipping sauce!
Okay, yum! I love that they are baked and not fried too.
Kalynskitchen recently posted..Chopped Salad Recipe with Sugar Snap Peas- Jicama- Radishes- Tomatoes- and Green Garbanzo Beans
I’ve made these before–they were a huge hit!
natalie (the sweets life) recently posted..Best of 2011- Sweet Potato Butter
Those look good and must taste great! A lot lighter than if they had been fried…
Cheers,
Rosa
Yum, Barbara, these sound so delicious! I love Tex-Mexy flavors!
Julie @ Willow Bird Baking recently posted..Three Safe-to-Eat Cookie Doughs- Chocolate Chip- Sugar- and Cake Batter!
I have never baked my egg rolls, always fried them. Now I’m going to try your style, looks delicious! Miriam@Meatless Meals For Meat Eaters
Miriam Barton recently posted..Mozzarella Macaroni N Cheese
YUM! These look wonderful!
kathleen recently posted..Tamale Pie
This recipe is the type of thing that my family loves. They look delicious!
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These look amazing Barbara! I love that these eggrolls are baked and that they are Tex-Mex flavored. I’m going to try these realsoon.
Annie’s Eats has some dandy recipes! Now this one would be super during football season, Barbara. Love that they are baked, not fried.
Barbara recently posted..Mango Upside Down Cake with Basil Ice Cream
Wow looks wonderful.Been such a long time…i see that I have missed so many great posts of urs. Loved the idea of baking the rolls.
Nina recently posted..Zuchini – Olive Oil Cake with Lemon Crunch Glaze
I’ve never made egg rolls and doubt if I did, they’d look as appetizing as yours…WOW!
Paula recently posted..Tutorial – Royal Icing Easter Baskets
That looks wonderful. I love south west eggrolls and it being baked is even better.
Joy recently posted..Tea Party for a Cause
Hey Barbara, I recently received the Stylish Blogger Award and am passing it on to you! Love your blog and your varying recipes :)
These look great! I love the fact that they’re baked and not fried. They’d be great for a potluck! :)
Betty @ scrambled hen fruit recently posted..Luscious Meyer Lemon Curd
These look lovely Barbara … I cant wait to try it!
Trisha recently posted..Salads at the Barbecue Party 4 – Cucumber Salad with Dill Yogurt
This recipe is so versatile and I especially love the fact that it’s baked…bonus! Now I can eat more than just one of these scrumptious appetizers ;o)
Flavourful wishes,
Claudia
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What a fantastic idea! These look amazing.
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Kevin said, “Baked is NOT how you do it…” =) I, of course, am willing to try it!!! Looks much easier AND healthier than frying a whole batch!
I’m sure they’re not as fabulous as the fried ones you made up camping last year. But I bet he’d like them.
Well, our excuse is, we “couldn’t bake” while camping… but I’m going to give it a try here at home. They sound great! Maybe this weekend… served with the Cilantro dipping sauce. Mmmmm
Barbara,your baked version of egg rolls sound way more healthy and frying them. They look so good.
I like these a lot! For dinner or an appetizer, they sound great. Love that they are baked.
I love that these are baked, Barbara & the flavors sound wonderful.
This is fabulous! Great idea for a dinner party.
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Like Asian Burritos! Delicioso!
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I like how they are baked and not fried, looks yum!
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These look really tasty. I love spicy mexican food and there’s a great combination of ingredients here.
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I love Southwestern egg rolls! I have never made them at home but I’m sure if I did they would be a HUGE hit!
Looks great! Wish I could have one now :)
bakingaddict recently posted..Flourless Chocolate and Lime cake with salted chocolate and lime ganache
Ooh these sound yummy! I don’t think I’ve ever seen egg rolls in the supermarket here. I’ll have to keep my eye out for them.
Claire @ Claire K Creations recently posted..Beef and broccoli stir fry
wonderful idea.
looks great.
thank`s
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This sounds so good!
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THis is fabulous. I love it that you’ve done a baked version. I am watching my figure ya know (watching it go down the tube LOL)
*kisses* HH
Sounds like fusion at its best! I’m sure we’d love it!
seriously, why don’t I make eggrolls more often! these look awesome and you can totally fill them with so many things. I love that they are baked. Looks really delicious Barbara!
Aggie recently posted..Espresso Shortbread Cookies with Irish Whiskey Glaze
Yummy, they do look a treat too don’t they. I love the sound of these & will be adding these to my appetisers collection – unlike you we seem to whip up appetisers a lot.
Anna Johnston recently posted..APPLE PIE – JUST LIKE GRAMS USED TO MAKE
I never thought to bake egg rolls, but that is genius! I love Annie’s Eats!
Lauren from Lauren’s Latest recently posted..Cookies n’ Cream Cupcakes
I love the idea of turning an appetizer into a main course
Maris (In Good Taste) recently posted..Baked Tofu via Terry Waters & Dana Treat
What an interesting way to use egg roll wrappers. Mind stretching comes up with some great ideas.
Chaya recently posted..Mile High Peanut Butter Brownie Pie
These lok great – must give these a try!!
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