These homemade egg rolls are a far cry from tradition. Created by Nick Chipman from the blog DudeFoods, the Rib Meat and Coleslaw Egg Rolls contain unconventional filling. Perfect for barbecue leftovers, the egg roll recipe makes a savory snack you could enjoy all summer long.
To make these homemade egg rolls yourself, you will need the meat from leftover ribs (Nick used Smithfield Dry Seasoned Ribs), apple cider vinegar, egg roll wrappers, mayonnaise, shredded carrot, red cabbage and white cabbage. You will also need access to a deep fryer in order to recreate this appetizer or shareable snack at home. The extremely experimental can be served with a side of barbecue sauce for dipping.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Unconventional Food Pairings
- Egg rolls are being filled with unconventional ingredients, creating a trend towards unique taste combinations.
- Leftover Utilization
- Using leftover barbecued meat and vegetables to create new dishes is becoming a more prevalent trend in the food industry.
- DIY Appetizers
- More people are looking for DIY appetizer options, creating a trend of easy-to-make and shareable snack foods.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Food and Beverage Industry
- This industry can take advantage of unconventional food pairings and leftover utilization trends to create new products and recipes for consumers.
- Consumer Goods Industry
- This industry can take advantage of the DIY appetizers trend by creating easy-to-use kits for consumers to make their own appetizers at home.
- Hospitality Industry
- The hospitality industry can take advantage of the DIY appetizers and unconventional food pairings trends to create unique and exciting menu items for their customers.
