Crunchy, cheesy, and packed with taco flavor—perfect for game day, parties, or cravings!
📝 Ingredients
Filling
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1 lb (450g) ground beef (or substitute with chicken/turkey)
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1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning (or homemade blend: 1 tsp each chili powder, cumin, paprika + ½ tsp garlic powder, onion powder, salt)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
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½ cup diced onions
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½ cup black beans, drained/rinsed (optional)
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½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
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¼ cup diced jalapeños (adjust to spice preference)
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2 tbsp tomato paste or salsa
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1 tbsp lime juice
Wrapping & Frying
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12-15 egg roll wrappers (or wonton wrappers for smaller rolls)
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1 egg (beaten, for sealing)
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Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or air fryer spray)
For Serving
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Nacho cheese dip
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Sour cream
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Guacamole
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Salsa or pico de gallo
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Filling
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Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
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Add onions, jalapeños, taco seasoning, tomato paste, lime juice, and 2 tbsp water. Cook 2-3 mins.
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Stir in black beans, corn, and cheese. Let cool slightly.
2. Assemble Egg Rolls
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Lay an egg roll wrapper diagonally. Place 2-3 tbsp filling near the center.
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Fold bottom corner over filling, tuck sides in, then roll tightly. Seal edges with beaten egg.
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Repeat until all filling is used.
3. Fry to Crispy Perfection
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Deep Fry: Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry rolls 2-3 mins per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
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Air Fryer: Spray rolls with oil. Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 mins, flipping halfway.
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Oven: Brush with oil, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 mins (flip halfway).
4. Serve Hot
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Slice diagonally and serve with nacho cheese, sour cream, guacamole, or salsa!
💡 Pro Tips
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Crispy Hack: Double-fry for extra crunch (fry once, cool, then refry before serving).
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Make Ahead: Freeze unbaked rolls; fry straight from frozen (add 1-2 mins cook time).
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Vegetarian? Swap beef for sautéed mushrooms + lentils.
🌮 Why You’ll Love These
✔ Irresistible crunch with melty cheese inside.
✔ Customizable—add bacon, refried beans, or swap meats.
✔ Crowd-pleaser for parties or Netflix binges!