Cheese Lumpia
Crispy Filipino spring rolls filled with melted cheese. Easy to make for a snack or appetizer.
Servings 16
Calories 120kcal
Cost $3-$5
Equipment
- Small pan or pot
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cheese cut into thin sticks
- 8 large lumpia or spring roll wrappers cut in half
- 1 beaten egg with 1 tablespoon water (for sealing)
- High-heat neutral oil (like avocado or canola oil) for frying
Optional dipping sauce
- Mayonnaise
- Sriracha or ketchup
- Sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Cut the cheese into thin sticks that fit the wrappers, leaving room on both sides for folding.
- If using 8-inch wrappers, cut each one in half to make two triangles.
- Lay a wrapper flat with the pointed end facing away from you. Place the cheese near the straight edge. Fold the bottom over the cheese, fold in both sides, then roll tightly. Seal the edge with egg wash or a cornstarch-water mixture.
- Heat enough oil to cover the lumpia over medium heat. Dip the end of one roll into the oil — if it bubbles right away, the oil is ready.
- Fry in batches until crisp and light brown. Do not crowd the pan.
- Drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Cheese: Eden or Quickmelt holds its shape and leaks less. Mozzarella, cheddar, or Colby Jack also works, but seal the wrappers well.
- Lumpia wrappers: Use any size or cut them to fit. Check for holes and wrap the cheese snugly to prevent leaks.
- Dipping sauce: Mix mayonnaise with sriracha, ketchup, or sweet chili sauce to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 22mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 0.4mg