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Golden brown and crispy Filipino pork spring rolls served with sweet chili sauce on a white platter.
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Crunchy Filipino Lumpia (Lumpia Shanghai)

Prep Time45 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 210kcal

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs ground pork (70/30 lean-to-fat ratio)
  • 1 cup carrot , finely minced or grated
  • 1/2 cup green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely minced
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 large egg , lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 50 pieces thin lumpia or spring roll wrappers
  • 3 cups vegetable oil for deep frying
  • 1 tablespoon water for sealing
  • Sweet chili sauce for dipping

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, minced carrots, green onions, onion, garlic, egg, soy sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the proteins are well-bound.
  • Carefully peel the lumpia wrappers apart and keep them under a damp cloth to prevent drying.
  • Lay one wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place approximately 1.5 tablespoons of the pork mixture near the edge closest to you and shape into a thin, uniform horizontal log.
  • Fold the bottom edge tightly over the meat, then fold in the left and right sides to enclose the ends.
  • Continue rolling tightly toward the top edge. Use a finger dipped in water or egg white to moisten the final inch of the wrapper and press firmly to seal.
  • Pour the vegetable oil into a deep skillet or wok and heat to 350°F (175°C).
  • Working in batches, carefully lower the lumpia into the hot oil. Avoid overcrowding to maintain oil temperature.
  • Deep-fry for 4 to 6 minutes, turning occasionally, until the wrappers are deep golden brown and the internal temperature of the meat reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the rolls using a slotted spoon or tongs and transfer to a wire cooling rack set over a tray to drain excess oil.
  • Serve immediately with a side of sweet chili sauce or banana ketchup while the exterior remains maximally crispy.