Air Fryer Egg Rolls
Air Fryer Egg Rolls have the same crispy, crunchy outside as fried egg rolls only made with less mess. They make a great appetizer or a meal for two.
For this Mitten Movie Night, I decided to just make 8 eggs rolls to serve just my husband and me to eat while enjoying a few beers that we brought back with us from our trip down South. Air fryers are perfect for small-batch snacking recipes like this one!
What beer pairs well with small-batch snacks like egg rolls?
The beer: Cheetah from Rhinegeist Brewery.
One of my favorite parts of traveling is seeing what the area we visit has to offer as far as craft beer. Recently we traveled from Michigan to Charleston to Savannah to Atlanta to Indianapolis to Chicago. PHEW! we found some great beers along the way including this one from a Cincinnati area brewery.
American lagers are what many deem as mainstream beer. Most breweries and taprooms have a lager available year-round so it’s a great recommendation for those who are looking to dip their toes into something new.
Want more food and beer pairings with American Lagers?
What movie goes great with small-batch snacks like egg rolls with sweet and sour dipping sauce?
BINGE WATCH ON! Gearing up for Season 3 of Ozark so we’re rewatching Season 2. I mean, who remembers everything that happened last season when it’s been a year? Snacks, drinks, Netflix-night made.
How to make Air Fryer Egg Rolls:
For these egg rolls, I used some leftover pork that I used to make BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza. I cooked the pork once in the crockpot and got double duty meals out of it. Win-win! If you prefer chicken or beef feel free to swap them out in this recipe in a one-to-one ratio.
Start by chopping the cabbage and green onions. Shred the pork.
In a pan add 1 tsp oil and sautee the egg roll filling until the cabbage is softened and pork is slightly crispy around 10 minutes.
Once the cabbage has softened add the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ground ginger, sugar, and garlic powder. Turn off the heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Grab the egg rolls wrappers, a plate and a small dish of cool water. Don’t use warm water it will make the wrappers gummy).
On a plate or piece of wax paper lay down one egg roll wrapper with one corner facing you. Slightly below center add two spoonfuls of filling. Be careful not to overfill.
Using your finger, dab it into the dish of water then rub water on all four sides side.
Fold the bottom over the filling.
Bring each side into the center, folding over the filling. Finish by rolling the rest of the way.
Spray the bottom of the air fryer with oil. Lay the prepared egg rolls into the air fryer tray, 4 at a time, then spray the top with more oil. *Make sure to check your air fryer manufacturer’s directions to see if it’s safe to use oil in it before proceeding.
Set the temperature for 350 degrees and ‘fry’ for 5 minutes.
Flip the egg rolls after 5 minutes, spray with more oil then ”fry’ for another 3 minutes.
Remove from the air fryer tray, pour some sweet and sour sauce into a dish and here you are……
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
| Servings |
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- 16 ounces egg roll wrappers, premade
- 4 Tbs cool water
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup cooked pulled pork shredded
- 1 cup head cabbage chopped
- 2 green onion stalks chopped
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp white sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp garlic powder
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- Chop the cabbage and green onions. Shred the cooked pork.
- In a pan add 1 tsp oil and sautee the egg roll filling until the cabbage is softened and pork is slightly crispy around 10 minutes.
- When cabbage has softened add the soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, ground ginger, sugar, and garlic powder. Turn off the heat and let the filling cool slightly.
- On a plate or piece of wax paper lay down one egg roll wrapper with one corner facing you. Slightly below center add two spoonfuls of filling. Be careful not to overfill.
- Using your finger, dab it into the dish of water then rub water on all four sides side.
- Fold the bottom over the filling.
- Bring each side into the center, folding over the filling. Finish by rolling the rest of the way.
- Spray the bottom of the air fryer with oil. Lay the prepared egg rolls into the air fryer tray, 4 at a time, then spray the top with more oil.
- Set the temperature for 350 degrees and 'fry' for 5 minutes.
- Flip the egg rolls after 5 minutes, spray with more oil then ''fry' for another 3 minutes.
- Remove from the air fryer tray and serve with sweet and sour sauce. Enjoy!
Fiesta Fries
Tired of the same old tacos? Looking to give fries a new life? Then try these Fiesta Fries for dinner or at your next party.
With the holidays behind us, I was ready to just relax on this Mitten Movie Night and make something super easy. These Fiesta Fries were on the table in less than 20 minutes and took ALL THE STUFF I LOVE IN TACOS and loads it on top of crispy french fries.
What TV show pairs well with loaded french fries and beer?
I am on the third episode of Escape At Dannemora. If you are into compelling dramas that are based on actual events, then this show is for you.
Patricia Arquette’s character is really one of the most complex I’ve seen in a long time. You want to hate her. You want to feel sorry for her. I can see why she’s up for awards for this role.
What beer pairs well with Fiesta Fries?
The beer: Tiny Bomb American Pilsner from Wiseacre Brewing Co.
We purchased this while we were on our trip to Nashville in November. This beer was very similar to my favorite type of blonde ale just slightly less sweet. Gave me a serious summertime vibe even in the middle of winter.
Like most people, I’m sure either you asked for an Instant Pot or an Air Fryer for Christmas this year. I asked for the later and have to admit I am so happy I did! For this recipe, I used it to make my fries nice and crispy.
How do you make crispy french fries in the air fryer?
According to my air fryer users guide frozen french fries should be cooked at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
I used this as a start but went 10 minutes at 400 degrees, taking out the basket and shaking, then cooking for another 10 minutes. They turned out perfect! (Fries go great with PB&J Burgers, Michigan Hot Dogs or Roast Beef Sandwiches)
How to make Fiesta Fries:
Next, make the beef with green chili enchilada sauce for the topping on the fries.
Start by browning 1 pound of 80/20 beef with 1/4 cup green onions. Save the green ends for garnish.
Once the beef is cooked all the way through add the green chili enchilada sauce. Heat through.
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The nice thing about these fries
And here you are…..
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
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- 32 ounces frozen french fries cooked according to package directions or made to air fryer specifications
- 1 pound ground hamburger (80/20 mix)
- 2 green onion stalks chopped, half for ground beef and half for garnish
- 10 ounces green chili enchilada sauce
- 1 Tbs creole seasoning
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
- 1/2 cup taco sauce
- 1/2 cup avocado ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup jalapeno & tomato for topping
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- Make the french fries according to package directions or made to air fryer specifications.
- Brown 1 pound of 80/20 beef with 1/4 cup green onions. Save the green ends for garnish.
- Once the beef is cooked all the way through add the green chili enchilada sauce. Heat through.
- Top with avocado ranch dressing, cheese, tomatoes, the rest of the green onions, and jalapenos. Drizzle with taco sauce. Enjoy!
Shrimp Spaghetti
Shrimp and pasta are covered with a creamy, spicy sauce that is big on flavor! Shrimp Spaghetti is easy enough for a weeknight dinner but an elegant enough for date night too.
My husband loves to visit a local Chinese buffet when we go out shopping. One of my favorite dishes on the buffet is a creamy dish they call ‘Shrimp Spaghetti’. So for this Mitten Movie Night, I decided this would be a great recipe to try and recreate at home.
The problem was though, I couldn’t quite pin down what type of sauce is used in this dish. It’s not alfredo sauce. The taste is sweet and creamy. After some research, the closest one I found was Bang Bang sauce.
While the pasta was spicier than what I get at the buffet it was still as good, if not better!
What movie pairs well with seafood and craft beer?
The big movie right now is Bird Box on Netflix.
Luckily I read the book before watching this movie. While it was good, the book is SO much better. It is also written by a Michigan author.
What beer pairs well with Shrimp Spaghetti?
The beer: HonkeyTonk Brewing Co. West Coast IPA
We picked this beer up along with a few others while we were in Nashville in November. I’m more of a New England IPA fan but my husband is a lover of all things IPA.
How to make Shrimp Spaghetti:
Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Thaw the shrimp then remove and discard the tails.
In a pan add the butter, shrimp and half of the chopped green onions.
Sauté the shrimp until cooked through.
Next, mix the ingredients for the sauce. It’s so simple – mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce
To the pan the shrimp is in, add the cooked spaghetti and the sauce. Stir to combine. The spaghetti will warm the sauce so no need to cook further.
Top with the reserved green onions.
Tips & Variations for Shrimp Spaghetti:
- Want a less spicy dish? Swap out the sweet Thai chili sauce for
sweet & sour sauce. - I use pre-cooked shrimp to save time. If using uncooked shrimp prepare and cook according to package directions.
And here you are…….
From our home in the Bottom Left of the Mitten to yours ~ Enjoy!
Recipe adapted from Spicy Southern Kitchen
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| Prep Time | 5 minutes |
| Cook Time | 12 minutes |
| Servings |
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- 8 ounces spaghetti pasta
- 8 ounces shrimp I used pre-cooked shrimp but use whatever you like best
- 1 Tbs butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 green onion stalks chopped
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet Thai chili sauce
- 1/2 tsp Spanish paprika
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- Cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Thaw the shrimp then remove and discard the tails.
- In a pan add the butter, shrimp and half of the chopped green onions.
- Sauté the shrimp until cooked through.
- Mix the ingredients for the sauce. It's so simple - mayonnaise, sweet Thai chili sauce and paprika.
- To the pan the shrimp is in, add the cooked spaghetti and the sauce. Stir to combine.
- Top with the reserved green onions. Serve and enjoy!
Tips & Variations for Shrimp Spaghetti:
- Want a less spicy dish? Swap out the sweet Thai chili sauce for sweet & sour sauce.
- I use pre-cooked shrimp to save time. If using uncooked shrimp prepare and cook according to package directions.
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