Dehydrated Eggroll in a Jar Recipe (2024)

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Eggroll in a bowl is a classic American staple – but let’s turn it on its head (get it?) by creating that classic in a dehydrated Eggroll in a Jar version to store in your pantry!

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While Eggroll in a Bowl is generally made from fresh vegetables and meat, this easy to do recipe is made from mostly dehydrated ingredients. You can add it to your selection of Meals in a Jar to create quick and easy meals for your family’s busy nights.

It also tastes really great, can be customized, and makes the perfect on-the-go meal for hiking and camping or just a quick meal at home.

Learning how to use your dehydrated foods can be daunting. This can be a great first meal in a jar recipe for the beginner as it is easy to dry, easy to put together, and easy to prepare.

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Eggroll in a Jar Dehydrated Recipe

Each ingredient will be linked to a tutorial on how to dehydrate the fresh vegetable or meat.

Ingredient Tips

  • Dried Cabbage – Can use packaged and dried cole slaw mix
  • Dried Ground Beef – Can substitute with freeze-dried ground beef for the shelf stable recipe, or use fresh or frozen ground beef, chicken, sausage or tofu during cooking.
  • Dried Carrots – you can substitute or just use other vegetables to add to the mix
  • Dried Onions
  • Soy Sauce – can use soy sauce powder or Liquid Coconut Aminos, Hoisin sauce, Oyster sauce, or any combination of them.

*Note – cabbage and carrots should be blanched before dehydrating (See instructions on each linked above), but for very short-term use, it’s fine to skip that step).

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Storage Instructions

  1. Layer ground beef, dry seasonings, onions, carrots, and cabbage in a quart jar.
  2. Place lid on jar.
  3. Vacuum seal if desired. I use this handheld vacuum sealer.
  4. Place the ring on the lid and store it for up to six months.*

*Dehydrated ground beef is generally not a reliable shelf-stable ingredient. However, I’ve been able to store 90/10 ground beef on my shelf, dehydrated, for at least ten months without issue. If you choose to store the ground beef separately in the freezer, you can still pull out enough for the recipe, store in a bag, and use on your trip or in your meal for that night.

How I Make It Video

Cooking Instructions

These instructions are using dried ground beef. If you are using fresh meat, cook it thoroughly before starting with the rest of the steps.

  1. Add water to a 10- or 12-inch skillet.
  2. Add jar ingredients to the skillet.
  3. Add additional wet ingredients to the skillet.
  4. Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.
  5. Place a lid on the skillet and allow to steam for five minutes, then stir ingredients again, and cover again.
  6. Repeat the previous step until the consistency of your dried vegetable ingredients is achieved. You may prefer a bit crunchy or you may prefer softer.
  7. Serve in a bowl with your favorite garnishes.

Garnish Ideas

  • Pickled ginger
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh green onion slices
  • Sriracha sauce

More Meal in a Jar Ideas

  • Taco Soup in a Jar
  • Instant Asparagus Soup in a Jar
  • Instant Beef and Vegetable Soup in a Jar

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Egg Roll in a Jar (Dehydrated) Recipe

Eggroll in a bowl is a classic American staple – but let's turn it on its head (get it?) by creating that classic in a dehydrated version to store in a jar or bag in your pantry!

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Course: Meal in a Jar

Cuisine: American, Asian

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes minutes

Servings: 3 people

Calories: 299kcal

Author: Darcy Baldwin

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups Dehydrated ground beef Alternatively, use fresh, frozen or freeze dried
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/4 cup Dried onion
  • 1/2 cup Dried carrot
  • 3 cups Dried cabbage Pre-packed coleslaw mix also works
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce Optional
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Sesame Seed Oil
  • 2 cups Water
  • 2 tablespoons Green Powder

Instructions

Storage Instructions

  • Layer ground beef, dry seasonings, onions, carrots, and cabbage in a quart jar.

  • Place lid on jar, vacuum seal if desired.

  • Place ring on jar, tighten, and label jar.

Cooking Instructions

  • Add water to a 10 or 12-inch skillet.

  • Add jar ingredients to the skillet.

  • Add additional wet ingredients to the skillet.

  • Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.

  • Place a lid on the skillet and allow to steam for five minutes, then stir ingredients again, and cover again.

  • Repeat the previous step until the consistency of your dried vegetable ingredients is achieved.

  • Serve in a bowl with your favorite garnishes.

Darcy’s Tips

*Dehydrated ground beef is generally not a reliable shelf-stable ingredient. However, I’ve been able to store 90/10 ground beef on my shelf, dehydrated, for at least ten months without issue. If you choose to store the ground beef separately in the freezer, you can still pull out enough for the recipe, store in a bag, and use on your trip or in your meal for that night.

Garnish Ideas

  • Pickled ginger
  • Sesame seeds
  • Fresh green onion slices
  • Sriracha sauce

Nutrition

Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1279mg | Potassium: 714mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3635IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional information is an estimation only. Nutrient information for dehydrated foods is based on fresh. Use 1/4 of the servicing size for the same nutrient information. Thus 1 Cup of fresh fruit has the same sugars as 1/4 dried.

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Dehydrated Eggroll in a Jar Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in an egg roll? ›

What's In An Egg Roll? This egg roll recipe calls for a ginger- and garlic-packed filling of pork, cabbage, and carrots. The filling is stuffed in a store-bought egg roll wrapper, which is sealed with a flour paste and fried to crispy perfection in hot peanut oil.

How to cook with dehydrated food? ›

Dried fruits can be used in cobblers, breads, pies or puddings. When using dehydrated products you will need to rehydrate the food, a process usually referred to as refreshing. Refreshing is done by soaking or cooking (or a combination of both) the dehydrated food in water until the desired volume is restored.

What is the nutritional value of egg roll in a bowl? ›

220 calories; 12g total fat; 3g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 105mg cholesterol; 480mg sodium; 6g total carbohydrate; 2g dietary fiber; 2g total sugars; 0g added sugars; 23g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 4% Daily Value of calcium; 10% Daily Value of iron; 8% Daily Value of potassium.

What is the best oil for egg rolls? ›

Peanut oil is great for frying egg rolls as it has a high smoking point and provides a nutty flavor. If you don't have it on hand, you can use canola or corn oil. Do not use oils like sesame oil or olive oil, as they are not good candidates for deep-frying due to their low smoking point.

What is the pink stuff in an egg roll? ›

I made these by myself, and it took a lot longer, since I wrapped them all before I even started cooking them. You MUST use ground pork--do not use ground beef or chicken or the weird pink stuff that is ground turkey.

How do you jar dehydrated food? ›

Pack in home canning jars, containers, or vacuum package. Label with the date and name of the product. Store in a cool (50-70°F), dry, and dark place for the recommended time. Check periodically for moisture and mold, and if apparent, dispose of food.

Do you have to add water to dehydrated food? ›

Yes! It is imperative that you re-hydrate our dehydrated recipes before serving. The food swells when it comes in contact with moisture so it's important that this takes place in the food bowl before consumption, and not in your pet's tummy.

How long does dehydrated food take to cook? ›

Freeze dried food doesn't "cook" - it has already been pre-cooked and then freeze dried. Hot water is used to rehydrated the product and it should be left in the hot water to rehydrate fully. We've found that 15 mintues is better then the suggested 10 minutes on the product label.

Can I eat egg rolls everyday? ›

It is a salty, fried food, with oil absorbed into the wrapper and filling during frying. The oil absorbed can increase the calories and fat consumed. As tasty as they are, egg rolls are not considered nutrient-dense, and eating them in moderation is recommended.

Which is healthier spring roll or egg roll? ›

Generally, spring rolls are healthier. In Vietnam and Thailand, spring rolls are packed with raw vegetables and fresh herbs. The rolls are also made with a thinner wrapper than egg rolls and often served fresh, rather than fried.

Why is it called egg roll in a bowl? ›

Source notes: As the “in a bowl” indicates from the recipe name, this is a deconstructed version of an egg roll. Egg rolls primarily came to be from American Chinese restaurants, and typically always include cabbage, pork, and other filling.

What is the best sauce to eat with eggrolls? ›

Egg rolls and dipping sauces are a match made in heaven. We're big fans of all kinds of different dips to accompany Van's Kitchen Egg Rolls. Sweet & Sour and Duck Sauce are the most common sauces to serve but it's fun (and tasty) to switch things up a bit and try new flavors.

What culture eats egg rolls? ›

Either way, no one can argue that egg rolls grew out of a Chinese culinary tradition. Their wrappers are usually rather thick and, as mentioned earlier, traditionally were made with wheat flour and egg. Spring roll wrappers on the other hand are much thinner, have no egg and are often made with rice flour.

Why do egg rolls not have eggs in them? ›

Given their name, it seems like eggs would be an ingredient in the wrapper, since they're not included in the filling. Yes, eggs are a main ingredient in many egg roll wrappers (but not all of them), and they're an important part of how many wrappers get that very specific crispy-yet-chewy texture.

Do regular egg rolls have meat? ›

That's why, unlike spring rolls, egg rolls always have cooked fillings, and almost always include meat. Vegetable egg rolls can be equally hearty though, with a cooked combination of savory veggies like cabbage, celery and onion, plus plenty of seasoning.

Are all egg rolls vegan? ›

Usually not, unfortunately. Between the wrapper and the fillings, there could be egg or meat lurking in there. It's easier to find vegan spring rolls since the wrappers are made from rice paper.

What are the ingredients in no name egg rolls? ›

Ingredients: Cabbage, Enriched Wheat Flour, Water, Seasoned Beef (beef,water, Salt, Spice Extract), Canola Oil, Carrots, Celery, Onions, Sugar,salt, Modified Corn Starch, Liquid Whole Egg, Spices, Sodium Propionate,vegetable Mono- And Diglycerides, Sodium Stearoyl-2-lactylate.

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