Golden, crispy egg rolls packed with melty provolone, savory roast beef, and sweet caramelized onions put a fun handheld twist on classic French dip sandwiches. Serve them alongside a quick, aromatic au jus for dunking and you have an irresistible appetizer or speedy weeknight bite.
Equipment
Large deep frying pan
Tongs or slotted spoon
Wire rack or paper‑towel‑lined tray
Small saucepan or microwave‑safe bowl
Small bowls for dipping
Ingredients
1cupcaramelized onions
10egg roll wrappers
10slicesdeli roast beefabout 10 ounces
20slicesprovolone cheeseabout 10 ounces
4cupsvegetable oilfor frying
1teaspoondried minced onion
½teaspoongarlic powder
2cupsbeef broth
2teaspoonsWorcestershire sauce
1tablespoonchopped fresh parsleyfor garnish
Instructions
Lay one egg roll wrapper on the work surface in a diamond shape.
Place 2 slices of provolone in the center of the wrapper.
Top with 1 slice of roast beef.
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of caramelized onions over the meat.
Moisten all four edges of the wrapper with water.
Fold the left and right corners toward the center.
Fold the bottom corner up over the filling.
Roll tightly toward the top corner to seal, forming an egg roll.
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling to make 10 egg rolls.
Deep Frying:
Pour vegetable oil into a large deep frying pan to a depth of 1 inch (2.5 cm) and heat to 350 °F (180 °C).
Fry the egg rolls seam side down in batches for about 1 minute per side, or until deep golden brown.
Transfer to a wire rack or paper‑towel‑lined tray to drain.
Air Frying:
Brush the rolled egg rolls lightly with oil, place them in a single layer in the air‑fryer basket.
Cook at 400 °F (200 °C) for 6 minutes, flip, and air‑fry another 6 minutes. Check early, as times vary by model.
Make Au Jus and Serve:
Combine beef broth, dried minced onion, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan; heat over medium until steaming.
Divide the au jus among serving bowls and sprinkle with parsley.
Serve the hot egg rolls immediately with the warm au jus for dipping.
Notes
Leftovers keep up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator; reheat in a 350 °F (180 °C) air fryer for 4-5 minutes.
Omit the caramelized onions if preferred, or replace them with sautéed peppers.
Dijon or spicy brown mustard makes an excellent alternative dip.
Swiss, mozzarella, or any good melting cheese can be used in place of provolone.
Egg roll wrappers are typically stocked in the refrigerated produce section of most supermarkets.