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What Are Lumpia?

Fried egg rollsare of Chinese origin and are popular in Asian cooking.

Plate of Lumpia Cut in Half With a Bowl of Sweet and Sour Sauce, and in the Background, a Bowl of Rice, a Glass With a Fizzy Drink, and a Plate With Rice, Lumpia, and Some Sauce

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Lun means spring, and pia is pastry.

Do not thaw in the microwave, but let the wrappers come to room temperature before using.

Store them in the freezer, uncooked, in airtight plastic containers or resealable plastic bags.

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Keep the lumpia frozen in the desired serving amount for family meals.

When ready to serve, deep fry the lumpia straight from the freezer.

In fact, I recommend making a double batch and freezing them.

Piece of Lumpia Dipped in a Bowl With Sweet and Sour Sauce Sitting on a Plate With More Lumpia, and in the Background, a Glass With a Fizzy Drink

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They always disappear quickly.

Gently separate the pieces and have a large, dry surface ready for wrapping.

Cover with a dry kitchen towel so they wont dry out.

Egg Roll Wrappers on the Counter and Partially Covered With a Kitchen Towel

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Mix well with clean hands to combine.

In a small bowl, prepare the egg wash by whisking together the egg and water.

Place one wrapper on a dry surface.

Bowl of Lumpia Filling (Not Mixed)

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If using a square-shaped wrapper, position it like a diamond, with a corner pointing towards you.

Use a pastry brush to brush egg wash on all 4 sides of the wrapper.

Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a triangle or half-moon shape.

Lumpia Filling in a Bowl (Mixed Together)

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Press the edges down.

Fold and tuck in each side on the left and right, to look like an envelope.

Brush egg wash as needed to seal the edges.

Egg Roll on the Counter (Positioned Like a Diamond), and in the Surroundings, Rolled Lumpia on the Counter, a Pyrex Measuring Cup With the Egg Wash, and a Kitchen Towel Also on the Counter

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Roll the wrapper away from you, tightly, shaping it thin and long.

Seal the edges with egg wash.

The lumpia should measure about 4 to 5 inches in length and 1 inch in diameter.

One Heaping Tablespoon of Filling in the Middle of an Egg Roll Wrapper With the Edges Brushed With Egg Wash, and in the Surroundings, and in the Surroundings, Rolled Lumpia, a Pyrex Measuring Cup With the Egg Wash, and a Kitchen Towel

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Keep the rolled lumpia thin, so it can be crisp and the filling cooks thoroughly, when deep-fried.

Repeat with the rest of the wrappers and filling.

Freezing the egg rolls keeps them firm and manageable so they dont flop around in the skillet.

Bottom of Egg Roll Wrapper Folded Over the Filling, and in the Surroundings, and in the Surroundings, Rolled Lumpia, a Pyrex Measuring Cup With the Egg Wash, and a Kitchen Towel

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It is okay to deep fry them slightly frozen.

Do not thaw in the microwave or the lumpia will clump together.

Line a large platter or tray with paper towels and set aside.

Left and Right Edges of Egg Roll Wrapper Folded Over the Filling (Making an Envelope Shape), and in the Surroundings, and in the Surroundings, Rolled Lumpia and a Pyrex Measuring Cup With the Egg Wash

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In a deep wok or heavy skillet, heat 3 cups of oil over medium-high heat to 350F.

If you dont have a thermometer, plunge a wooden chopstick into the oil.

If bubbles gather at the bottom, the oil is hot enough.

Lumpia Rolled Upwards Towards the Top Corner of the Egg Roll Wrapper, and in the Surroundings, and in the Surroundings, Rolled Lumpia and a Pyrex Measuring Cup With the Egg Wash

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Using a pair of long tongs, gently slide some lumpia into the oil, one at a time.

The lumpia should be immersed in oil.

If needed, use a splatter shield to protect you from any oil jumping out of the skillet.

Rolled Lumpia on a Baking Tray for Lumpia Recipe

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Remove the lumpia with the tongs or a slotted spoon.

Place them on the platter lined with paper towels to remove excess grease.

Repeat with the remaining lumpia.

Lumpia Cut in Half Using a Pair of Scissors, and Beneath It, More Lumpia Resting on the Baking Tray

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It is best to serve lumpia when newly deep-fried and they are still warm and crisp.

If desired, serve with steamed rice and a side of sweet-sour sauce for dipping.

Garnish the Lumpia platter and sauce with chopped green scallions.

Wok Filled With Frying Oil Next to a Plate Lined With Paper Towels

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Store uncooked and assembled lumpia in the freezer.

Keep them in airtight plastic containers, or resealable freezer bags, for up to 1 month.

Leftover cooked lumpia can get soggy if kept in the refrigerator overnight.

Tongs Carefully Placing Cut Lumpia Into the Hot Oil for Filipino Lumpia Recipe

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Reheat in a toaster oven, air fryer, or oven at 350F for 3 to 4 minutes.

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Tongs Removing Cooked Lumpia From the Hot Oil for Filipino Lumpia Recipe

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Freshly Fried Lumpia Resting on a Paper Towel Lined Plate

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Plate of Lumpia Next to a Bowl of Rice and a Bowl of Sweet and Sour Sauce

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Piece of Lumpia Dipped in a Bowl With Sweet and Sour Sauce Sitting on a Plate With More Lumpia, and in the Background, a Glass With a Fizzy Drink

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