Southwest Egg Rolls Made Lighter Recipes

CHILI'S EGG ROLLS-LIGHTENED UP!!!

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Combine chicken, corn, cheese, chili pepper, and spinach in a microwaveable bowl.
• Heat for 30 seconds in micro.
• Warm tortillas in micro for 15 seconds.
• On a clean, flat surface, lay out tortillas side-by-side.
• Put 1/3 of chicken mix in the center of each tortilla.
• To assemble each roll, fold the left and right sides in so no filling escapes during cooking, and roll up.
• Place all 3 rolls seam side down on a baking pan that has been sprayed.
• Bake 12 minutes, flipping 1/2 way through cooking.
• While eggrolls are in the oven prepare dip.
• Sauce:.
• Combine sour cream, avocado, and dry dip mix in a small bowl until smooth.
• Season to taste with pepper.
• Top dip sauce with tomatoes before serving.
• When eggrolls are done, allow to cool for a few minutes, then cup diagonally.

SOUTHWEST EGG ROLLS MADE LIGHTER

Steps:

• Combine all Dipping Sauce ingredients in a bowl and mix until smooth; refrigerate.
• Combine all Eggroll Filling ingredients in a bowl.
• Turn on the broiler.
• Assemble 10 eggrolls: spoon a half cup of the mixture into the center of each tortilla; fold in the ends and then roll the tortilla over the mixture very tightly. Hold together with two toothpicks, one through each end.
• Spray a lasagna-type pan with non-fat cooking spray. Spray both sides of the egg rolls with cooking spray as you place them in the pan. You may brush them with olive oil if you prefer.
• Broil for approximately one and a half to two minutes on each side, until golden brown and crispy. Watch very carefully. Do not leave the oven unattended because they cook quickly.
• Remove from pan and slice each eggroll in half.
• Take out the toothpicks and serve with chilled dipping sauce.

SPICY SOUTHWEST EGG ROLLS

Steps:

• Add 1 Tbsp vegetable oil to small skillet; preheat to medium-low. In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, garlic powder & salt.
• Rub seasonings mixture onto both sides of both chicken breasts; add chicken breasts to small skillet and cook 7-10 minutes, depending on thickness of your breast - until done, turning at least once.
• While chicken is cooking, dice your vegetables.
• Once chicken is done, remove from heat; set aside.
• Heat 1 Tbsp vegetable oil in large skillet; add diced red bell pepper, diced onion, minced garlic cloves and jalapenos to oil; saute until veggies are soft.
• Once chicken is cool enough to handle, slice into small cubes and add to vegetable mixture.
• Stir in frozen corn and black beans; mix thoroughly. Add cayenne now if you want.
• Turn heat to low, and slowly add cheese. Once cheese has melted, remove skillet from heat.
• To assemble eggrolls:.
• Place eggroll wrappers so that the points are facing north/south. Place about 1 1/2 Tbsp of chicken/veggie mixture into center of wrapper. Spread it out log-shaped from side to side, leaving about 1 inch of the wrapper on each side.
• Fold bottom point over mixture, then fold in each side. Then roll eggroll up remaining wrapper. I usually seal the final point with a brush of water.
• Repeat with each eggroll wrapper.
• When all the eggrolls are wrapped, freeze in a single layer for at least 4 hours and up to 2 months.
• To cook, place frozen eggrolls on a cookie sheet, and bake at 375 degrees for 13-16 minutes.
• I like to dip these in a spicy avocado sauce or salsa.

SOUTHWEST-STYLE EGG ROLLS

Steps:

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and cook until tender. Stir in spinach, corn, black beans, and lime juice. Season with salt and cumin. Remove from heat, and stir in cheese.
• Place 1/4 cup of filling in the center of each egg roll wrapper. Fold in the sides, and roll egg rolls; dampen the edges with a small amount of water to seal.
• In a large heavy skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover egg rolls over medium-high heat. Working in batches, carefully place egg rolls in hot oil, and cook until golden brown. Remove to paper towels.