Salt And Pepper Spring Rolls | Greedy Gourmet

Q: What does a spring roll have in it?

They typically contain shredded vegetables – normally carrot , bean sprouts , bamboo shoots , garlic and cabbage – as well as shredded pork and shiitake mushrooms . The ingredients are also flavoured with rice wine, soy sauce and sesame oil.

Question 1

Where can you buy spring rolls?

Accepted Answer

From any good supermarket or Asian food store. I bought mine from the local Chinese supermarket.

For the easiest option, go for frozen spring rolls – I used the Tsingtao brand.

Question 2

What does a spring roll have in it?

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They typically contain shredded vegetables – normally carrot, bean sprouts, bamboo shoots, garlic and cabbage – as well as shredded pork and shiitake mushrooms. The ingredients are also flavoured with rice wine, soy sauce and sesame oil.

Question 3

Can I use mini spring rolls?

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Absolutely! This recipe works with both large and small varieties.

Question 4

What is Chinese salt and pepper seasoning?

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It’s a delicious spice mix that brings big bold flavour to a variety of dishes.
It's hugely popular in the UK, especially in Liverpool – it's where salt and pepper chips originated – as well as in Scotland.

Chinese salt and pepper seasoning has been used in Chinese takeaways since the 1960s. It's becoming more and more popular, leading to many foodies making their own batch at home.

Question 5

How do you make Chinese salt and pepper seasoning?

Accepted Answer

It's easy! Chinese five spice seasoning is a blend of seven select ingredients. These are salt, sugar, Chinese five spice, crushed chilli flakes, garlic powder, ground ginger and ground white pepper.

To find out how to make the perfect batch of this flavourful spice blend, check out my Salt and Pepper Seasoning recipe.

Question 6

What's in Chinese five spice?

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Chinese five spice is a spice mix that contains cinnamon, star anise, cloves, Sichuan pepper and fennel seeds.

Question 7

What pastry are spring rolls made from?

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They are made using a type of Chinese pastry that is similar to filo pastry. This special pastry – sometimes known as spring roll wrappers – is made from wheat flour dough, salt, water and oil.

Question 8

How do you store leftover salt and pepper spring rolls?

Accepted Answer

These bad boys are always best eaten straight away. However, if you do find yourself with leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container. Pop them in the fridge and eat them within three days.

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