Egg Roll in a Bowl is a healthy deconstructed version of the classic egg roll, combining shredded vegetables, Asian seasonings and aromatic spices. An ideal weeknight dinner option that’s both satisfying and easy to customize. Vegan, Gluten-free adaptable.
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Eggrolls and I went through a recent breakup. It was a really conflicting time for me because I truly do love almost everything about them, except the one tiny thing (ok, maybe two) that I couldn’t seem to get past. And so we are taking a break. In the meantime, let’s celebrate all the wonderful things we love about them (minus the things we don’t) and make dinner. Cheers!
This Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe Makes the Perfect Dinner!
Not only is it less caloric and easier to make than the fried version, but it can also be customized to be vegan or include your favorite protein. Serve it on its own for a low-carb meal, or serve it over jasmine rice, rice noodles, or soba noodles. And please don’t forget the flavorful drizzle sauce!
In a hurry? Use pre-sliced mushrooms, packaged shredded carrots and cabbage (coleslaw mix), and prepare the sauces in advance. You can even purchase ginger paste (in a tube) and garlic paste- always handy to have on hand for quick meals.
Egg Roll Bowl Recipe Ingredients
Savoy cabbage: Or use napa cabbage or regular cabbage
Mushrooms: Cremini mushrooms and shiitakes add a rich, umami, “meaty” taste and texture.
Shallots, fresh ginger and garlic cloves: For aromatic depth of flavor. Sub with leeks or yellow onion.
Shredded carrots: Colorful, crunchy, and subtly sweet.
Green onions: Add a deliciously pungent bite.
Soy sauce: Use low-sodium sou sauce, or gluten-free coconut aminos. You can try this with tamari, but taste and adjust for salt.
1. Whisk the eggroll sauce. Add soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, white pepper, Chinese 5 spice, and arrowroot to a small bowl and whisk together.
2. Stir fry the mushrooms. Heat a large skillet or a wok to medium-high heat. Add a couple of teaspoons of oil and diced cremini mushrooms. Stir for about 3 minutes. Push off to the side and add shallots and shiitakes stir for about 3 minutes.
3. Sauté the aromatics. Push the mushrooms to the sides and add another teaspoon of oil, then add the garlic and ginger, stirring for one minute.
4. Add salt, carrots and cabbage. Stir for 5 minutes. Use tongs if your pan is extra full.
5. Add green onions and sauce. Stir the sauce before adding to the pan, as the cornstarch will have settled. Saute until cabbage and carrots are tender crisp.
6. Serve. Serve in bowls. Optional to serve with bean thread noodles, rice noodles, or jasmine rice. Garnish with the drizzle sauce, toasted sesame seeds, sriracha, red pepper flakes, or crispy wonton strips. If desired, serve a sweet chili sauce on the side.
Egg Roll Bowl Variations
Add protein: You can easily make this with ground pork, ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken. Make sure to season the protein before adding it to the pan.
Make it a noodle bowl: Double the sauce and toss with cooked bean thread noodles, rice noodles, or soba noodles.
Turn it into a rice bowl: Serve this deconstructed egg roll over steamed white basmati rice or brown rice.
Load it up with garnishes! In addition to the drizzle sauce, serve with toasted sesame seeds, sriracha, red pepper flakes, or crispy wontons skins.
Chef’s Tips
To get a smokier flavor: Cook the vegetables in separate batches on high heat until they char at the edges. Combine together, add sauce and scallions, and cook until desired doneness.
For easier prep: Buy sliced mushrooms and shredded carrots and cabbage to save on prep time.
Make the sauces ahead of time: Prepare the stir fry sauce and the drizzle sauce in advance easy meal prep.
Store leftovers with a sealed lid in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
FAQs
Does an egg roll have egg in it?
Traditionally, egg rolls do not have egg in them. They are named egg rolls because of their egg roll wrappers. You may find other recipe variations with eggs in it.
Can I use a cole slaw mix to make this?
Yes! If you prefer, you can use a coleslaw mix that has cabbage and carrots.
Can I add other vegetables to this?
Sure! Thinly sliced bell peppers, snap peas, or edamame would make a nice addition.
Hope you enjoy our Egg Roll in a Bowl recipe! Let us know what you think in the comments!
Egg Roll in a Bowl is a flavorful and healthy deconstructed version of the classic egg roll, combining shredded vegetables, Asian seasonings and aromatic spices. An ideal weeknight dinner option that’s both satisfying and easy to customize.
Stir fry Sauce
Drizzle Sauce for Serving
Egg Roll Bowl
Whisk the stirfry sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar, white pepper, 5 spice and arrowroot. Set by the stove.
Stirfry the mushrooms: Heat a large skillet or a wok to medium-high heat. Add a couple of teaspoons of oil and cremini mushrooms. Stir for about 3 minutes. Push off to the side and add shallots and shiitakes stir for about 3 minutes.
Sauté the aromatics: Push mushrooms to the sides, add one teaspoon of oil, garlic, and ginger to the open space and stir for one minute.
Add salt, carrots and cabbage: Mix and cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently (sometimes tongs are helpful here if your pan is full).
Add green onions and the stir-fry sauce: Whisk the sauce first, as the cornstarch will have settled at the bottom, before pouring it in, and continue cooking until the cabbage and carrots are tender-crisp. (*see notes for a smokier flavor).
Divide among bowls on its own, or serve it over jasmine rice, bean thread noodles, rice noodles, or black rice.
Garnish with drizzle sauce, toasted sesame seeds, sriracha or red pepper flakes or crisped wontons.
Notes
To get a smokier flavor, cook the vegetables in separate batches on high heat until they char at the edges. Combine together, add sauce and scallions cook until desired doneness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3 days in the fridge.
Protein additions; ground pork, ground beef, ground turkey, ground chicken, or make our crispy tofu. Make sure to season the meat before adding in.
