Taste Test Frozen Egg Roll – thekitchn.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I have a strong attachment to egg rolls. I grew up on Chinese American food, frequenting our local red-boothed suburban strip mall restaurant at least once a week. Peking Palace was an affordable indulgence for my family of six. But when we were growing up, we all knew not to expect “extras.” No drinks other than the complimentary hot tea and water, no appetizers, and definitely no dessert.

Our weekly post-church visit, however, meant we all got to order our own individual lunch specials. Which meant not only did I not have to share my moo goo gai pan, but it also came with my very own egg roll (and I probably got to eat my brother’s too). Dunked into a saucer of bright-red sweet-and-sour sauce, there was no greater luxury at 10 years old.

I still think fondly about those freshly rolled and fried egg rolls. And sometimes the mood strikes or hunger sets in. When that happens, I start looking for something (almost) as good in the convenience of my own home. So I recently tried a dozen frozen versions in attempts to find the winner. Turns out, I ended up finding two, plus a noteworthy runner-up.

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How I Tested Frozen Egg Rolls

I visited four different grocery stores and picked up seven different brands. I skipped anything labeled as a spring roll, wanting to stick to the crispy-chewy Chinese American classic I grew up with. My searching revealed lots of vegetable and chicken options, but only one pork, so I went with those first two categories. I labeled the boxes with numbers, arranged one of each on a baking sheet (that I also labeled) and baked them off in the oven, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. (I don’t have an air fryer, but I would guess this would be the time to use one if you do!)

Some of the egg rolls came with packets of sweet-and-sour sauce, which I thawed while the egg rolls cooked. When the egg rolls were done, I moved them to a wire rack, cut them in half, and let them cool briefly before tasting them on their own and also with sweet-and-sour sauce. While it wasn’t a truly blind tasting, I generally wasn’t aware of which brand I was eating.

The Best Frozen Chicken Egg Rolls: Chung’s Chicken Egg Rolls

This was the first one of the batch I tried, and immediately thought, “Oh, this is the winner.” Chung’s frozen chicken egg rolls do the best out of all of the options of recreating a freshly fried egg roll. (I thought the same for the brand’s vegetable version, although the filling is very cabbage-heavy.) The wrapper is crispy and chewy, with just enough grease without being overwhelming. Chung’s has been around for more than 40 years, and they hand roll each egg roll. The filling is a mix of chicken and vegetables with an undeniable savory quality that vegetable egg rolls lack. Chung’s also includes a sweet-and-sour sauce packet.

Buy: Chung’s Chicken Egg Rolls, $4.39 for 4 egg rolls at Target

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Frozen Egg Rolls Ranked From Worst To Best – Mashed.com

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RANKED #2 Chung’s Chicken Egg Rolls

Chung’s Chicken Egg Rolls packaging might not look like much, but there is quite the underdog waiting inside. The first bite of this roll exploded into a burst of dynamic flavor and juicy texture. The chicken is beautifully seasoned with loads of white pepper, but not too much. This roll’s softer veggies make it more enjoyable for people who prefer a more homogenous texture and less crunch, but it doesn’t venture into being soggy or sodden.

The wrap and sauce are the most standout components of the Chung’s rolls. While nearly paper-thin and just as delicate, the wrap held up surprisingly well in the oven, developing a few cracks but not losing any of its contents. It is a nice golden color when cooked and lets out a big crunch when bit into. The included sweet and sour sauce is among the best we tried, with a tangy sweetness that softened the peppery chicken. As a bonus, the sauce is individually packaged, one per each roll in the box. Chung’s Chicken Egg Rolls are $4.69 at our local Target, a price that seems fair for four good-sized egg rolls and sauce for each.

Read More: https://www.mashed.com/1282950/frozen-egg-rolls-ranked-worst-best/

How We Roll

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We are about to take a deep dive into: How We Roll! The pun is intended. For nearly 40 years, Chung’s has been providing the highest quality Asian appetizers straight to your kitchen. We use the freshest ingredients so that in just one bite, the crisp Chung’s flavors will overwhelm your taste buds. We individually hand roll each and every egg roll (yes, even the minis!) to ensure that you have a premium restaurant quality experience in the comfort of your home! As a small business, we keep an eye on every step of the process from research and development to production to customer care. We pride ourselves on the quality and attention to detail in our products, that is part of the Chung’s promise!

All of our Chung’s Gourmet Foods feature high quality ingredients from farm fresh vegetables to white meat chicken and authentic Asian seasonings. We don’t take any shortcuts when it comes to ingredients because your family deserves nothing but the best. We have products featuring vegetables, chicken and pork to accommodate several different dietary preferences.

We understand that you have a busy life so we focus on quality foods that are quick and easy to prepare for any occasion. All of our appetizers and snacks can be prepared in less than 15 minutes to accommodate your busy schedule. We didn’t settle on ingredients so that you can be proud when reaching for a box of Chung’s Egg Rolls to serve your loved ones. All of our high quality foods can be prepared quickly so that you spend less time in the kitchens and more time making memories with your friends and family.

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