Crispy, spicy, irresistible bites
These Voodoo Egg Rolls are bold, crispy, and packed with Southern-inspired heat. Filled with juicy seasoned beef sausage, tender chicken, melty cheese, and colorful veggies, they deliver big flavor in every crunchy bite. Perfect for game day, parties, or a fun dinner appetizer, these egg rolls come together quickly and fry up golden and irresistible. If you’re looking for a spicy appetizer recipe or a crowd-pleasing finger food with Cajun flair, this one’s a must-save. Serve them hot with a creamy dipping sauce and watch them disappear fast.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 10–12 egg rolls
📝 Ingredients
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- 8 oz beef sausage, casing removed
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or pepper jack cheese
- ½ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- ½ cup green bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional dipping sauce
- Ranch, spicy mayo, or Cajun remoulade
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring spoons
- Small bowl (for sealing wrappers)
- Tongs
- Deep skillet or heavy-bottom pan
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Cook the filling. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add beef sausage and cook 4–5 minutes, breaking it up until browned.
- Add aromatics. Stir in garlic, bell peppers, and onion. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly softened and fragrant. 🌶️
- Season it up. Add Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Stir well, then remove from heat.
- Mix the filling. Transfer mixture to a bowl. Let cool slightly, then fold in chicken and shredded cheese until combined. 🧀
- Assemble egg rolls. Place 2–3 tbsp filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold bottom over filling, tuck in sides, roll tightly, and seal edges with water.
- Fry until crispy. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry egg rolls 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. 🔥
- Serve hot. Enjoy immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
💡 Pro Tips
- Baked option: Brush egg rolls with oil and bake at 400°F (205°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Extra heat: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before frying.
- Freezer-friendly: Freeze uncooked egg rolls and fry straight from frozen (add 1 extra minute).