Description
Creamy Shrimp Cheese Rolls are a delightful fusion of crispy texture and rich, savory flavors. Each bite reveals a luscious filling of shrimp and cheese, perfectly complemented by a hint of garlic and herbs, creating an irresistible appetizer that tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- Shrimp Filling:
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Rolls:
- 8 large spring roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, cream cheese, mozzarella, garlic, parsley, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Lay a spring roll wrapper on a clean surface and place 2 tablespoons of the shrimp mixture in the center.
- Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll it tightly from the bottom up, sealing the edge with beaten egg.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully add the rolls to the hot oil, frying in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove the rolls and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the rolls a few hours in advance and refrigerate them before frying.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Substitutions: Substitute crab meat or cooked chicken for shrimp if desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 gram
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
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