Crispy Air Fryer Thai Spring Rolls | Easy and Delicious

Make these crispy and delicious Air Fryer Thai Spring Rolls at home! Filled with savory pork and vegetables, they're perfect for a snack or appetizer. Ready in under 45 minutes!

Spring rolls are a large variety of filled, rolled appetizers or dim sum found in East Asian, Southeast Asian cuisine. The kind of wrapper, fillings, and cooking technique used, as well as the name, vary considerably within this large area, depending on the region's culture.

Spring Rolls

Spring rolls were a seasonal food consumed during the spring and started as a pancake filled with the new season's spring vegetables, a welcome change from the preserved foods of the long winter months

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of meat instead of pork?
Yes, ground chicken, turkey, or shrimp are excellent substitutes.

2. What if I can’t find bean thread noodles?
Vermicelli or rice noodles are good alternatives.

3. How do I keep the spring rolls from sticking to the air fryer basket?
Spray the basket and the spring rolls with cooking spray before cooking.

4. Can I freeze these spring rolls?
Yes, freeze them uncooked and air fry directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

5. How do I know when the spring rolls are done?
They should be golden brown and crispy after air frying.

6. What dipping sauces pair well with these spring rolls?
Sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or a peanut dipping sauce are great options.

7. Can I make these spring rolls vegetarian?
Yes, replace the pork with tofu or extra vegetables for a vegetarian version.

8. How do I store leftover spring rolls?
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to crisp them up again.

9. Can I bake these spring rolls instead of air frying?
Yes, bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes, turning halfway through.

10. How do I prevent the wrappers from tearing?
Keep the wrappers moist and cover the unused ones with a damp cloth to prevent drying out.

11. Can I make the filling in advance?
Yes, prepare the filling a day ahead and refrigerate. Assemble the spring rolls just before cooking.

12. What can I use instead of coriander roots?
Substitute with cilantro stems if coriander roots are unavailable.

13. How do I ensure the filling stays inside while cooking?
Seal the edges tightly with the flour paste and avoid overfilling the wrappers.

14. Can I use whole wheat wrappers?
Yes, but the texture may differ slightly from regular spring roll wrappers.

15. Are these spring rolls gluten-free?
Use gluten-free wrappers and substitute fish sauce with a gluten-free alternative to make them gluten-free.

Air Fryer Thai Spring Rolls Video Tutorial

Air Fryer Thai Spring Rolls

Serving: Makes 40 spring rolls
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 14 minutes
Total Time: 44 minutes

Ingredients

For the Filling:

6 oz bean thread (cellophane) noodles
6 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
4 coriander roots
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb ground pork
2 cups grated carrot
2 cups finely sliced cabbage
4 tablespoons fish sauce

For the Spring Roll Glue:

3 tablespoons plain flour
3 tablespoons water

For the Wrappers:

40 large spring roll wrappers

For Cooking:

Cooking spray

Instructions

Prepare the Filling:
- Soak bean thread noodles in warm water for 5 minutes to soften. Drain and cut into short lengths.
- Using a mortar and pestle, pound garlic, peppercorns, and coriander roots into a fine paste.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the garlic paste and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add ground pork and cook until just done.
- Stir in noodles, carrot, cabbage, and fish sauce. Cook for about 3 minutes until vegetables soften. Adjust seasoning with more fish sauce if needed. Let the mixture cool completely.
Prepare the Spring Roll Glue:
- Mix plain flour and water to form a thick paste.
Assemble the Spring Rolls:
- Place a heaped tablespoon of filling onto a spring roll wrapper. Fold the wrapper like an envelope and roll tightly, sealing the edge with the flour paste. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Air Fry the Spring Rolls:
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the spring rolls in the basket in a single layer.
- Spray the spring rolls lightly with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 14 minutes, turning halfway through cooking (7 minutes per side), until golden and crisp.
Serve:
- Serve hot with sweet chili sauce.

Additional Notes

Serving Suggestion: Pair these crispy spring rolls with a side of sweet chili sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Storage: Uncooked spring rolls can be frozen for up to 3 months. Air fry from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
Filling Variations: Substitute the ground pork with chicken, shrimp, or a mix of vegetables for different flavors.

Nutrition Facts (Per Spring Roll)

Calories: 90
Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 180mg
Total Carbohydrates: 10g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 1g
Protein: 4g

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