Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1/2 red onion, sliced thin
  • 1 carrot, peeled and julienned
  • 1/2 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon garlic
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 lime, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro leaves
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 10 egg roll wrappers
  • 1 pound fresh yellowfin tuna, cut into 1/2 by 3-inch strips
  • Scallions, for garnish
  • Orange slices, for garnish
  • Citrus Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
  • 3 oranges, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons sliced scallion
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • Pinch kosher salt
  • Pinch coarse ground black pepper

Method

  • In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add 2 tablespoons of oil.
  • Add the onions, carrots, mushrooms, garlic, sriracha, soy sauce and lime juice.
  • Cook until the vegetables are softened, stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a medium-sized bowl.
  • Add the cilantro and allow the mixture to cool.
  • In a small bowl combine the egg white and cornstarch.
  • This will be used as an egg wash.
  • Preheat oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F.
  • On a flat work surface, lay out 1 egg roll wrapper.
  • Add a layer of vegetables to the lower part of the wrapper and top with 1 strip of tuna.
  • Brush the sides of the wrapper with egg wash and roll up tightly once, bringing the sides over, and then continue to roll until finished.
  • Put the roll on a large plate and repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  • Fry the egg rolls, in batches, until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
  • Remove egg rolls to paper towels to drain.
  • Transfer the rolls to a serving platter, garnish with scallions and orange slices and serve with Citrus Dipping Sauce.
  • Citrus Dipping Sauce:
  • In a small bowl, mix all ingredients and reserve.