Dehydrated Eggroll in a Jar Recipe (2024)

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Eggroll in a bowl is a classic American staple – but let’s turn it on its head (get it?) by creating that classic in a dehydrated Eggroll in a Jar version to store in your pantry!

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While Eggroll in a Bowl is generally made from fresh vegetables and meat, this easy to do recipe is made from mostly dehydrated ingredients. You can add it to your selection of Meals in a Jar to create quick and easy meals for your family’s busy nights.

It also tastes really great, can be customized, and makes the perfect on-the-go meal for hiking and camping or just a quick meal at home.

Learning how to use your dehydrated foods can be daunting. This can be a great first meal in a jar recipe for the beginner as it is easy to dry, easy to put together, and easy to prepare.

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Eggroll in a Jar Dehydrated Recipe

Each ingredient will be linked to a tutorial on how to dehydrate the fresh vegetable or meat.

Ingredient Tips

  • Dried Cabbage – Can use packaged and dried cole slaw mix
  • Dried Ground Beef – Can substitute with freeze-dried ground beef for the shelf stable recipe, or use fresh or frozen ground beef, chicken, sausage or tofu during cooking.
  • Dried Carrots – you can substitute or just use other vegetables to add to the mix
  • Dried Onions
  • Soy Sauce – can use soy sauce powder or Liquid Coconut Aminos, Hoisin sauce, Oyster sauce, or any combination of them.

*Note – cabbage and carrots should be blanched before dehydrating (See instructions on each linked above), but for very short-term use, it’s fine to skip that step).

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Storage Instructions

  1. Layer ground beef, dry seasonings, onions, carrots, and cabbage in a quart jar.
  2. Place lid on jar.
  3. Vacuum seal if desired. I use this handheld vacuum sealer.
  4. Place the ring on the lid and store it for up to six months.*

*Dehydrated ground beef is generally not a reliable shelf-stable ingredient. However, I’ve been able to store 90/10 ground beef on my shelf, dehydrated, for at least ten months without issue. If you choose to store the ground beef separately in the freezer, you can still pull out enough for the recipe, store in a bag, and use on your trip or in your meal for that night.

How I Make It Video

Cooking Instructions

These instructions are using dried ground beef. If you are using fresh meat, cook it thoroughly before starting with the rest of the steps.

  1. Add water to a 10- or 12-inch skillet.
  2. Add jar ingredients to the skillet.
  3. Add additional wet ingredients to the skillet.
  4. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.
  5. Place a lid on the skillet and allow to steam for five minutes, then stir ingredients again, and cover again.
  6. Repeat the previous step until the consistency of your dried vegetable ingredients is achieved. You may prefer a bit crunchy or you may prefer softer.
  7. Serve in a bowl with your favorite garnishes.

Garnish Ideas

  • Pickled ginger
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh green onion slices
  • Sriracha sauce

More Meal in a Jar Ideas

  • Taco Soup in a Jar
  • Instant Asparagus Soup in a Jar
  • Instant Beef and Vegetable Soup in a Jar

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Egg Roll in a Jar (Dehydrated) Recipe

Eggroll in a bowl is a classic American staple – but let's turn it on its head (get it?) by creating that classic in a dehydrated version to store in a jar or bag in your pantry!

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Course: Meal in a Jar

Cuisine: American, Asian

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 people

Calories: 299kcal

Author: Darcy Baldwin

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Dehydrated ground beef Alternatively, use fresh, frozen or freeze dried
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Dried onion
  • 1/2 cup Dried carrot
  • 3 cups Dried cabbage Pre-packed coleslaw mix also works
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce Optional
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Seed Oil
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 tablespoons Green Powder

Instructions

Storage Instructions

  • Layer ground beef, dry seasonings, onions, carrots, and cabbage in a quart jar.

  • Place lid on jar, vacuum seal if desired.

  • Place ring on jar, tighten, and label jar.

Cooking Instructions

  • Add water to a 10 or 12-inch skillet.

  • Add jar ingredients to the skillet.

  • Add additional wet ingredients to the skillet.

  • Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.

  • Place a lid on the skillet and allow to steam for five minutes, then stir ingredients again, and cover again.

  • Repeat the previous step until the consistency of your dried vegetable ingredients is achieved.

  • Serve in a bowl with your favorite garnishes.

Darcy’s Tips

*Dehydrated ground beef is generally not a reliable shelf-stable ingredient. However, I’ve been able to store 90/10 ground beef on my shelf, dehydrated, for at least ten months without issue. If you choose to store the ground beef separately in the freezer, you can still pull out enough for the recipe, store in a bag, and use on your trip or in your meal for that night.

Garnish Ideas

  • Pickled ginger
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh green onion slices
  • Sriracha sauce

Nutrition

Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1279mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3635IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional information is an estimation only. Nutrient information for dehydrated foods is based on fresh. Use 1/4 of the servicing size for the same nutrient information. Thus 1 Cup of fresh fruit has the same sugars as 1/4 dried.

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Darcy Baldwin is the creator of The Purposeful Pantry. She is a Christ-follower and all-around geek who is passionate about teaching others dehydrating, freeze-drying, and other food preservation methods to stock their pantries well. Darcy is the author of .

Dehydrated Eggroll in a Jar Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best oil for egg rolls? ›

Peanut oil is great for frying egg rolls as it has a high smoking point and provides a nutty flavor. If you don't have it on hand, you can use canola or corn oil. Do not use oils like sesame oil or olive oil, as they are not good candidates for deep-frying due to their low smoking point.

Why are my egg rolls not crispy? ›

Keep Oil at 350˚F – If the temperature drops too low, the egg rolls will be soggy and oily. If it's too hot, they will burn before the filling is cooked through. Ensure the oil does not drop below 325F.

How to make egg rolls stay crispy? ›

Wrap Them Tightly:Ensure that you wrap the egg rolls tightly to prevent any air pockets. Air pockets can lead to uneven cooking and may result in less crispy areas. Preheat the Oil:Preheat the oil to the right temperature before frying the egg rolls. The ideal frying temperature is around 350-375.

Why are my homemade egg rolls soggy? ›

You must take the time to chill your filling in the freezer or refrigerator before using. If it is warm, it will make your egg roll wrappers soggy and easily tear. Remove excess moisture. You don't want any excess moisture because soggy filling will make soggy egg rolls that can easily tear.

Is it better to use butter or oil for eggs? ›

Fried Eggs

"When they are fried, it gives them a little toasted brown butter flavor, which only adds to the eggs," she says. "Butter also makes everything better!" Butter certainly works for fried eggs, but oil is the fat of choice for cooks who want a runny yolk with a satisfying crispy white.

Can you prep egg rolls the night before? ›

Yes, you can make egg rolls ahead of time and store them for later use. Here's a general guide on how to do it: Prepare and Assemble:Prepare the egg roll filling with ingredients such as vegetables, meat, and seasonings.

How do you seal egg rolls without cornstarch? ›

All you need is water. Roll up your egg roll half way, tuck in the ends, and dip your finger in a small bowl of cool water. Run it along the edges of the remaining wrapper and seal.

How to make egg rolls not soggy? ›

To keep your rolls crisp, drain as much oil as you can from them! Store them in an airtight container on a paper towel to help soak up any excess oil that could potentially make them soggy. Note: Do not put them in the refrigerator before they are completely cooled, because the condensation will make them soggy!

Should you freeze egg rolls before frying? ›

But if you need to roll them more than a day in advance, I recommend freezing them. Freezing: You can make and assemble the egg rolls without frying them and freeze them right away. Just place each egg roll in a single layer in a large gallon-size ziploc freezer safe bag as they are made.

What is the pink stuff in an egg roll? ›

I made these by myself, and it took a lot longer, since I wrapped them all before I even started cooking them. You MUST use ground pork--do not use ground beef or chicken or the weird pink stuff that is ground turkey.

Do Chinese restaurants make their own egg rolls? ›

Chinese restaurants in the US get their egg rolls from a few sources: Some restaurants make them in house. A few make everything from scratch, even the shells, and stuff them by hand before frying them. Others may buy the skins from a food supply company and then assemble them in house.

What is in Costco egg roll? ›

Ingredients: Water, Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Cabbage, White Meat Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Onion, Contains 2% Or Less Of: Yellow Corn Flour, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Sugar, Brown Rice, Green Onions, Spice, Vegetable Oil, (cottonseed And/or ...

What is the best oil for crispy eggs? ›

Fried eggs

Usually fried in sunflower or rapeseed oil, you can also use bacon fat left in the pan or a knob of butter. If you're adding a fried egg to a salad or grains how about using some olive oil? Eating curry or dhal? You might enjoy frying your eggs in coconut oil for a lighter flavour.

What is the best oil for baking buns? ›

Best Oils for Baking

Choosing vegetable oil is the best option for baking moist, delicious baked goods. Canola oil, the most common vegetable oil used in baking, doesn't add a strong flavor. It allows your cake's flavor will shine through while still achieving a moist texture.

What is the best oil for frying pastry? ›

Vegetable oil is the go-to choice for many good reasons.

What is the best oil for spring rolls? ›

Traditionally, Chinese spring rolls are deep-fried. This process creates crispy wrappers that make this dish very attractive. You'll need an oil that has a neutral flavor and a high smoking point, e.g. sunflower, rapeseeds, canola, peanut, soybean, vegetable oil, etc.

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