egg roll
An "egg roll" is a popular appetizer in many cuisines, particularly in American Chinese cuisine, featuring a crispy exterior and a savory filling.
Definition
B1American Chinese Cuisine
(culinary)A deep-fried appetizer filled with shredded cabbage, chopped meat, or other ingredients, wrapped in a wheat flour skin.
Example
- We ordered egg rolls as a starter at the Chinese restaurant.
- The egg roll was crispy on the outside and filled with savory vegetables.
B2Asian Cuisine
(culinary)A cylindrical pastry filled with chopped vegetables, possibly meat, and sometimes noodles, deep-fried until crispy.
Example
- In many Asian countries, egg rolls are a common street food.
- She made egg rolls with a filling of pork and vegetables.
B2Jewish Cuisine
(culinary)A sweet pastry dessert made from a thin sheet of dough wrapped around a filling of eggs, sugar, and nuts, then baked.
Example
- They served egg rolls filled with sweetened nuts during the holiday celebration.
- This egg roll recipe has been passed down through generations.
C1African Cuisine
(culinary)A snack similar to a Scotch egg, typically featuring a boiled egg encased in a dough or meat mixture.
Example
- In some African countries, egg rolls are a popular street food.
- The African egg roll is quite different from its Asian counterpart.
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