These Easy Avocado Egg Rolls bring creamy richness and zesty freshness into a crispy, golden wrap. Fresh avocado, diced tomatoes, onions, lime, and cilantro are wrapped and fried for an irresistible texture contrast. Paired with a tangy cilantro-lime dipping sauce, these rolls are a vibrant, crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Creamy avocado center with bright, fresh flavor.

• Crispy exterior that’s golden and satisfying.

• Simple ingredients, easy steps, and quick to make.

• Flavor-packed cilantro dipping sauce.

• Great vegetarian-friendly option.

Avocado Egg Rolls

Avocados are known for their smooth texture, buttery flavor, and versatility—and these egg rolls make the most of it. Combining the creaminess of ripe avocados with the crunch of a crispy shell, this dish is a clever play on contrasts and flavors. It’s modern comfort food done right.

This recipe is especially beloved for how quickly it comes together. There’s no long cooking process or complex steps. A quick chop, mash, and mix—and you’re on your way to frying up a batch of golden beauties.

At the heart of this dish is the avocado. When ripe, it mashes easily but retains enough body to stay satisfying and rich. It acts as both the star and the binder of the filling.

To that creamy base, we add diced tomatoes for juiciness and a touch of acidity, onions for a mild crunch and sharpness, and lime juice for brightness. Chopped fresh cilantro infuses the filling with herbaceous flavor that makes each bite pop.

The filling is kept simple but flavorful, and it doesn’t need cooking—just mashing and mixing. This keeps the rolls light and allows the ingredients to shine.

Rolling the egg rolls is a breeze. Because the filling is soft and not too wet, they’re easy to seal and less likely to burst when fried. Just a dab of water around the wrapper’s edges helps keep everything intact.

When fried, the wrapper develops a blistered, crackly finish that’s crisp and golden. It contrasts beautifully with the smooth avocado center, creating a delightful bite every time.

The dipping sauce is just as much a star as the rolls. Made with cilantro, sour cream, jalapeño, lime, garlic, and mayo, it brings a cool and tangy counterbalance to the richness of the rolls.

This sauce can also be used on salads, tacos, or grilled proteins. It’s a multi-use, flavor-packed addition to your fridge and adds a punch of freshness to many meals.

These rolls are perfect for gatherings, family dinners, or even a light lunch. You can fry a batch in minutes and serve them with drinks or a salad for a fresh, satisfying meal.

They’re also a great vegetarian option for parties—no one misses the meat when flavor is this good. Even meat-lovers will come back for seconds (and thirds).

Avocado Egg Rolls also freeze well. Just prep and freeze before frying. When ready to serve, fry from frozen—just extend the cook time slightly.

While they’re best freshly fried, leftover rolls can be reheated in an oven or air fryer for a crisp texture.

If you’re craving a fresh take on fried snacks, these are a must-try. They combine simplicity with flavor in a way that always impresses.

With each bite offering creamy, crunchy, tangy perfection, it’s no wonder these Avocado Egg Rolls are such a hit.

Servings

Makes 12 egg rolls
Serves: 4–6 people

Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Cook Time: 10 minutes

• Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

For the Egg Rolls:

• 12 egg roll wrappers

• 3 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted

• ½ cup diced tomatoes

• ⅓ cup diced onion

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

• Juice of 1 lime

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)

• Water (for sealing)

For the Dipping Sauce:

• ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves

• ¼ cup sour cream

• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

• 1 jalapeño, seeded and deveined

• Juice of 1 lime

• 1 clove garlic

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Make the Dipping Sauce: Blend all dipping sauce ingredients until smooth. Chill until ready to serve.

2. Prepare Filling: In a bowl, mash avocados with a fork. Gently stir in diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.

3. Assemble Rolls: Place wrapper on a flat surface. Add 2 tablespoons of filling in the center. Fold bottom up, sides in, and roll tightly. Moisten edge with water to seal.

4. Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry rolls in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

5. Drain and Serve: Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve immediately with cilantro dipping sauce.

Tips

• Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture.

• Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying.

• Dipping sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead.

• To bake instead: 425°F for 15 minutes, turning once.