Pizza Egg Rolls With Italian Sausage Recipe
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Servings:
12 Servings
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage
  • 1 cup sliced banana peppers
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • ΒΌ teaspoon salt
  • 1 quart vegetable oil, for frying
  • 12 egg roll wrappers
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
Directions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sausage and crumble while browning, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the banana pepper and cook while the sausage finishes browning, another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and salt, and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from the heat.
  5. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  6. While oil is heating, prepare the egg rolls. Place one wrapper on a cutting board and add a layer of cheese.
  7. Add 2 tablespoons of filling, then top with more cheese.
  8. Prepare a small bowl with water. Trace the sides of the egg roll wrapper with water.
  9. Fold up the bottom corner, then fold the sides in.
  10. Roll from the bottom upwards. Press to seal.
  11. Add the egg rolls to the hot oil, working in batches, and fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes.
  12. Remove the egg rolls and let them drain on a wire rack fitted on a sheet tray.
  13. Cool slightly to serve.