Many people assume egg rolls (most specifically egg roll wrappers) include egg, which is why it's named so, but it often does not contain any egg whatsoever. It's been thought egg rolls were influenced by a specific called Dan Gun or simply “egg roll” recipe from the Chinese American Cookbook.

What is egg roll filling made of?

Egg rolls are fried, savory rolls, generally filled with cabbage chopped Chinese roast pork. The wheat flour based wrappers form small bubbles when fried, giving them their signature look.

Why are egg rolls called eggs?

One possible explanation is that the dough traditionally used to make the wrapper calls for eggs. ... Featured in a Chinese-American cookbook from 1917, the recipe calls for chicken, ham, sprouts, and mushrooms to be wrapped in a thin egg omelette. So, literally, an egg roll.