Name: Southwest Eggrolls With Chipotle Cream Cheese Center
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 300g (10.5oz) Cooked Halal Chicken, Shredded: Pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken recommended.; 200g (7oz) Canned Black Beans, Drained and Rinsed: Provides a hearty base.; 150g (5.3oz) Frozen Corn Kernels, Thawed: Adds sweetness and color.; 1 Small Red Bell Pepper, Finely Diced: Contributes sweetness and crunch.; 1 Jalapeño, Seeded and Minced: Adds heat; adjust to taste.; 2 Tbsp (30ml) Fresh Cilantro, Chopped: Essential for Southwest flavor.; 1 tsp (5ml) Lime Juice: Adds zesty brightness.; 1 tsp (5ml) Ground Cumin: Cornerstone of Southwest cuisine.; ½ tsp (2.5ml) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky depth.; Salt and Pepper, to Taste: Season to preference.; 100g (3.5oz) Cream Cheese, Softened (Halal-Certified): Base for creamy center.; 1 Tbsp (15ml) Chipotle Pepper in Adobo, Minced: Delivers smoky, spicy kick.; 1 Tbsp (15ml) Lime Zest: Adds concentrated citrus flavor.; 12 Spring-Roll Wrappers: About 25cm (10in) diameter.; 2 Large Eggs, Lightly Beaten: For sealing the eggrolls.; Vegetable Oil: For deep-frying.; 100g (3.5oz) Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt (Halal-Certified): Base for dipping sauce.; 1 Tbsp (15ml) Chipotle Pepper in Adobo, Minced: Extra for sauce.; 1 Tbsp (15ml) Lime Juice: Extra for sauce.; 1 Tbsp (15ml) Fresh Cilantro, Chopped: Extra for sauce.; Lime Wedges: For serving.

Description

These Southwest Eggrolls deliver a bold, crispy experience with a smoky chipotle flavor and a creamy, spicy center. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, they’re packed with vibrant Southwestern tastes.

Ingredients

Scale

300g (10.5oz) Cooked Halal Chicken, Shredded: Pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken recommended.
200g (7oz) Canned Black Beans, Drained and Rinsed: Provides a hearty base.
150g (5.3oz) Frozen Corn Kernels, Thawed: Adds sweetness and color.
1 Small Red Bell Pepper, Finely Diced: Contributes sweetness and crunch.
1 Jalapeño, Seeded and Minced: Adds heat; adjust to taste.
2 Tbsp (30ml) Fresh Cilantro, Chopped: Essential for Southwest flavor.
1 tsp (5ml) Lime Juice: Adds zesty brightness.
1 tsp (5ml) Ground Cumin: Cornerstone of Southwest cuisine.
½ tsp (2.5ml) Smoked Paprika: Adds smoky depth.
Salt and Pepper, to Taste: Season to preference.
100g (3.5oz) Cream Cheese, Softened (Halal-Certified): Base for creamy center.
1 Tbsp (15ml) Chipotle Pepper in Adobo, Minced: Delivers smoky, spicy kick.
1 Tbsp (15ml) Lime Zest: Adds concentrated citrus flavor.
12 Spring-Roll Wrappers: About 25cm (10in) diameter.
2 Large Eggs, Lightly Beaten: For sealing the eggrolls.
Vegetable Oil: For deep-frying.
100g (3.5oz) Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt (Halal-Certified): Base for dipping sauce.
1 Tbsp (15ml) Chipotle Pepper in Adobo, Minced: Extra for sauce.
1 Tbsp (15ml) Lime Juice: Extra for sauce.
1 Tbsp (15ml) Fresh Cilantro, Chopped: Extra for sauce.
Lime Wedges: For serving.

Instructions

Prepare Southwest Filling: Combine chicken, beans, corn, pepper, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Make Cream Cheese Ribbon: Blend cream cheese, chipotle pepper, lime zest, and salt; freeze to firm.
Assemble Eggrolls: Wrap filling and cream cheese in wrappers, sealing with egg wash.
Fry to Perfection: Fry in 180°C (350°F) oil for 4-5 minutes, until golden brown.
Whip Up Sauce: Whisk sour cream, chipotle pepper, lime juice, and cilantro.
Plate and Serve: Arrange eggrolls, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with cilantro and lime.

Notes

Keep wrappers covered to prevent drying. Ensure tight seals to prevent filling leakage. Maintain oil temperature for optimal crispness.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 eggrolls
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 400 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 15 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg

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