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The Cheesecake Factory Inspired Avocado Egg Rolls
Crisp egg-roll wrappers filled with chunky avocado, sun-dried tomato, red onion, and cilantro, served with a tangy tamarind-cashew dip.
Inspired by The Cheesecake Factory
Prep
35 min + 30 min soak
Cook
15 min
Serves
6 servings
Difficulty
Medium
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Missing 16 ingredients
- • 1/2 cup raw unsalted cashews
- • 1/3 cup hot water
- • 2 tablespoons prepared tamarind concentrate or puree
- • 2 tablespoons honey
- • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- • 1 tablespoon lime juice
- • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- • 3 large ripe but firm avocados, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- • 1/3 cup drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- • 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- • 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- • 12 large egg-roll wrappers
- • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- • 6 cups neutral frying oil, or enough for 2 inches in the pot
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- 1/2 cup raw unsalted cashewsMissing
- 1/3 cup hot waterMissing
- 2 tablespoons prepared tamarind concentrate or pureeMissing
- 2 tablespoons honeyMissing
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegarMissing
- 1 tablespoon soy sauceMissing
- 1 tablespoon lime juiceMissing
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cuminMissing
- 3 large ripe but firm avocados, cut into 1/2-inch cubesMissing
- 1/3 cup drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, finely choppedMissing
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onionMissing
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantroMissing
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher saltMissing
- 12 large egg-roll wrappersMissing
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour mixed with 2 tablespoons waterMissing
- 6 cups neutral frying oil, or enough for 2 inches in the potMissing
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Recipe notes
This unofficial recreation preserves the recognizable chunky avocado, sun-dried tomato, red onion, and cilantro filling with a sweet-tangy tamarind cashew sauce. Firm-ripe avocados hold distinct pieces through rolling and frying instead of becoming oily puree.
Planning, storage, and serving
Storage and reheating
Refrigerate cooked egg rolls within 2 hours for up to 2 days and reheat on a rack at 400°F until crisp and hot. Store the tamarind-cashew dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Make-ahead tips
Blend the dip up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate it. Chop the onion, tomatoes, and cilantro a few hours ahead, but cut the avocado and fill the wrappers no more than 30 minutes before frying.
What to serve with it
- - Asian-style cucumber salad
- - Crisp mixed greens
- - Extra lime wedges
Equipment needed
- - High-speed blender
- - Heavy pot and deep-fry thermometer
- - Wire rack and sheet pan
Difficulty explained
The filling is simple, but snug rolling and controlled oil temperature are needed to prevent leaks and greasy wrappers.
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Tamari
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1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour
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Roasted red pepper
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Pitfalls to Watch Out For
- Overripe avocado turns to paste and can force its way through wrapper seams during frying.
- Loose rolls trap air and may burst, while overfilled rolls cannot be sealed securely.
- Frying below 340°F lets the wrapper absorb oil before it crisps.
Nutrition Context
- Avocado and cashews contribute unsaturated fat and fiber, while the fried wrappers add refined carbohydrate and oil.
- One serving is two egg-roll halves with dip; serving smaller appetizer portions keeps the rich filling in balance.
FAQ
How ripe should the avocados be?
Choose avocados that yield slightly near the stem but still feel firm enough to cut into clean cubes.
Why are my egg rolls leaking?
Use less filling, keep it away from the edges, roll snugly, and seal the final corner completely with flour paste.
Can I bake them?
Yes. Brush generously with oil and bake at 425°F, turning once, until deeply golden, though the wrapper will be less blistered.
What can replace tamarind?
Combine lime juice and brown sugar for a bright sweet-sour substitute, but expect less fruity depth.
Can I freeze uncooked rolls?
Avocado texture suffers after freezing, so these are best assembled and cooked the same day.
What sides pair best with this dish?
Good pairings include Asian-style cucumber salad; Crisp mixed greens; Extra lime wedges. Choose one or two based on how substantial you want the meal to be.