Nigerian Egg Rolls are truly unlike any other egg roll recipe.

Of all the African snacks, these egg rolls are certainly one of my family‘s favorites. You just need to wrap the eggs in dough and deep fry them until golden brown and crispy on the outside.

These snacks usually have a classic flavor that is mildly sweet, rich, and savory. In this recipe, let’s give the Nigerian Egg Rolls a twist with a coconut flavor that makes them taste so much better!

Did you enjoy the classic Nigerian Eggs Rolls recipe? If you love it, then you will also love it in coconut flavor. Experience the deep-fried goodness of these Nigerian Egg Rolls with the exquisite goodness of coconuts!

How to Make Nigerian Egg Rolls

Despite the fantastic flavor and texture of Nigerian Egg Rolls, it’s quite simple to make. As long as you know how to boil eggs, make dough, and deep fry, you’ll cook the perfect egg rolls with the coconut twist.

Trust me, the Coconut Nigerian Egg Rolls are just as easy as the classic ones!

Ingredients

What do you need to make Nigerian Egg Rolls in coconut flavor?

Eggs

I’ve tried countless egg recipes before, but the Nigerian Egg Rolls are some of my go-to recipes.

In this dish, you will need boiled eggs that you can wrap in dough. The egg whites will have a soft and chewy texture, while the yolks will be tender and creamy in the middle.

Be sure to use hard-boiled eggs to hold the structure of the egg rolls properly. It will also be easier for you to deep-fry it while keeping the rolls intact. Most importantly, eggs are good for your health.

According to an article in A Sweet Pea Chef, one large egg contains only 80 calories! Boiled eggs are rich and savory, but they are also packed with health benefits.

If you love egg recipes like me, then you can also try Scotch Eggs, Fried Eggs, or an Egg Mayo Sandwich. Once you learn how to boil eggs perfectly, the Nigerian Egg Roll recipe will be a piece of cake!

Coconut milk

What better way to give the egg rolls that coconut flavor than with some coconut milk? It has a sweet and nutty flavor with a thick and creamy consistency – perfect for lots of recipes.

I suggest mixing the coconut milk into the dough for an evenly distributed flavor. This milk will also give the dish a fragrant aroma that will make you feel like you’re on vacation.

Medical News Today found that coconut milk can be good for weight loss, heart health, and immunity. You can also use your leftover coconut milk for Coconut Chin Chin, Coconut Rice, or Coconut Puff Puff!

Plain flour

I won’t be a Nigerian Egg Rolls recipe without plain flour for the dough. The gluten from the flour will make it easy for you to knead, shape, and wrap the dough. It will give the egg rolls the form that they need.

The flour will also give the egg rolls a flaky, crisp, golden brown crust on the outside yet soft on the inside. You can also use the flour for Crispy Fried Fish, Chicken Pizza, and Chin Chin!

Baking powder

Adding baking powder gives the dough more rise and volume. It leavens and expands the flour to fully coat the boiled eggs. Once you deep fry it, you’ll see the extra puff it gives.

Your Nigerian Egg Roll will surely have that extra puff for the most appetizing appearance. I also suggest using baking powder for other deep-fried snacks like Coconut Buns!

Salted butter

Using salted butter will work like magic in this recipe. It gives the pastry a light and friable quality, and the butter also binds the dough ingredients together to achieve a smooth and perfect texture.

Butter also adds a fragrant aroma, especially once you slice the egg rolls. In fact, butter can help with the inviting color of the dish. Be sure not to skip the salted butter for the best flavors.

Seasoning

In this recipe, I suggest using sea salt, nutmeg, and milk powder as the seasoning. These will balance the overall flavors of the dough and eggs for the perfect taste at every bite.

Sunflower oil

Whenever you’re deep frying, use oil with a high smoke point to cook the food properly. Since egg rolls can take a while to cook, use any kind of oil that’s heat resistant. 

Can you smell and taste the Nigerian Egg Rolls already? This recipe is a new take on how you cook eggs and how you can bring Nigerian cuisine into your home! 

Directions

Are you ready to have some fun while making Nigerian Egg Rolls with Coconuts? Let’s get into the recipe!

Coconut milk

1. Open the coconut to get the coconut meat and water.
2. Use a blender to puree the coconut meat and the coconut water until smooth.
3. Filter the contents using a nut milk bag over a bowl.
4. Squeeze out the fresh coconut milk and set it aside. 

Dough

1. In a bowl, mix the plain flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, sea salt, and powdered milk.
2. Make a pit and add the salted butter, eggs, and coconut milk.
3. Then, knead until it forms a dough. 
4. Wrap it in cling film and refrigerate it for an hour. 

Eggs

1. Boil 12 to 15 eggs in a pot over medium heat for up to 12 minutes.
2. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of cold water.
3. Peel the eggs, then set aside. 

Nigerian Egg Rolls

1. Place the dough on a floured surface and cut it into four portions with a dough cutter.
2. Use a rolling pin to roll it out as evenly as you can to about 0.5 cm. 
3. Use a 15-cm pot lid or round stencil to cut out as many circles as you can from the dough.
4. Wrap the egg with the dough. 
5. Seal the egg inside by pressing and pinching the dough.
6. Dust the roll with flour and mold it between your hands. 
7. In a deep frying pan, heat sunflower oil over a medium-low fire.
8. Deep fry the egg rolls with a mesh skimmer for even browning.
9. Once golden in color, remove them from heat. 
10. Place the fried egg rolls on a lined tray and serve!

It doesn’t get easier than this. Imagine how satisfying it would be to eat these remarkably delicious Nigerian Eggs Rolls with coconut goodness!

Tips

How to Store Pastry Ingredients

Dry pastry ingredients should be stored in their original packaging or containers in cool, dry, and dark areas. They don’t need to be stored in the fridge or freezer.

Coconuts

Buying coconuts

• Shake the coconut and if you feel that there’s lots of water inside, go for it!
• Check if the soft eye is free from molds.
• Oh, The Things We’ll Make suggests buying coconuts that feel heavy for their size. 

Storing coconuts

• Whole fresh coconuts can last up to four months at room temperature.
• On the other hand, grated coconut meat is best refrigerated in a container or resealable bag to last up to four days or frozen to last up to six months. 
• Meanwhile, coconut milk can be kept in the fridge for four days.
• You can also freeze coconut milk in ice cube trays and transfer them to freezer bags for easy access. 

Preparing coconuts

1. Locate the soft eye of the coconut by poking with a knife.
2. Poke the soft eye and flip the coconut over a glass or bowl to get the coconut water out.
3. Then, set the coconut water aside. 
4. Use a hammer or knife and lightly pound on the coconut while turning it over.  
5. Remove the skin with a peeler for the coconut meat until you are left with the white part.
6. Grate the coconut meat with a grater and store it in a container. 

Dough

• Buy quality pastry ingredients and store them properly.
• Always start with your dry ingredients before adding the dry ones.
• You can knead using a mixer with a kneading attachment or using your hands. 
• Remember to lightly flour the clean surface so you can mold the dough properly.
• Before wrapping the egg in the dough, check if it is elastic enough to secure the egg inside. 
• Apply slight pressure on the dough, and if it bounces back immediately, it is ready to use.
• You can also stretch out a small amount of dough; if it breaks apart, it needs more kneading. 

Nigerian Egg Rolls Variations

There’s always more than one way to make Nigerian Egg Rolls.

Note that this recipe is not vegan or gluten-free dish because of the eggs and the dough. Feel free to substitute ingredients with condiments that are best suited to your diet. 

Instead of plain flour and baking powder, you can use self-raising flour for a two-in-one flour. I also suggest trying plant-based flour such as almond flour or oat flour.

Instead of making coconut milk at home, you can also use one from the grocery store. You can also use unsalted butter as an alternative to salted butter. Aside from eggs, it’s also good to use quail eggs, especially for kids.

Recommended Tools

• Pot: Boil the eggs in a large and deep pot. 
• Deep frying pan: Cook the egg rolls in a frying pan. 
• Blender: Blend the coconut water and coconut meat for the milk. 
• Glass bowls: Prepare the measured ingredients in glass bowls. 
• Spatula: Mix the ingredients using a spatula.
• Nutmilk bag: Pour the blended coconut mixture into a mesh o milk bag to extract the milk.
• Dough cutter: Use a scraper to cut the dough into portions. 
• Rolling pin: Flatten the dough as evenly as you can. 
• Pot lid: Carve out the circles with the lid as a guide. 
• Knife: Use this to open the coconut and make round dough.
• Mesh skimmer: Turn over the egg rolls during deep frying with a mesh skimmer. 

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How to Serve Nigerian Egg Rolls

Why is it worth making Nigerian Egg Rolls?

Their crispy and crunchy crust pair so well with how rich and tasty they are on the inside. These egg rolls have a heavenly feeling and flavor that just makes you crave more.

I love serving these Nigerian Eggs for breakfast and snack meals. They can make you feel full for longer without depriving you of energy and nutrients for the day. They’re great for kids and even adults.  

You can pair it with drinks like:

• Peanut Butter Banana Milkshake
• Iced Tea
• Pineapple Pomegranate Juice
• Hibiscus Lemon Tea
• Fruit Smoothie
• Pineapple Juice
• Almond Milk

Limit your egg roll intake to one every day. However, you can eat up to two pieces of hard-boiled eggs alone daily. Since they are fried, you need to eat them in moderation. 

Storage Tips

At room temperature: A cooked egg roll can last up to several hours at room temperature. However, if you aren’t frying it yet, then store the boiled eggs and dough separately. 

Boil eggs in the fridge for up to a week; they are not suggested for freezing. Meanwhile, wrap the whole dough in cling film and store it in a container to refrigerate for a day or freeze for a week. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Nigerian egg roll?

A Nigerian egg roll is a popular snack in Africa that’s made of a hard-boiled egg inside and dough on the outside. Instead of baking it, you’ll deep fry it to give the crunchy and crispy crust.

What country is known for egg rolls?

Nigeria is known for its deep-fried egg rolls recipe that uses boiled eggs and puff pastry. Over the years, different countries like China also developed their version of egg rolls. In this recipe, you will learn how to make egg rolls from Nigeria!

What is the difference between egg roll and lumpia?

The egg roll is made of a hard-boiled egg on the inside and dough on the inside. On the other hand, lumpia is made of a meaty feeling that’s wrapped in lumpia wrappers or even lettuce.

How many calories is in a Nigerian egg roll?

One Nigerian Egg Rolls can have more than 250 calories because it has eggs and dough in one dish. Enjoy it in moderation, especially if you want to cut back on calories.