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National Egg Roll Day rolls around every June 10, celebrating the beloved deep-fried finger food that has become an American culinary staple. This day is a perfect excuse to savor the crispy exterior and flavorful filling of this Chinese-American classic. Gather your friends and family to enjoy a plate of these golden-brown delights, whether homemade or from your favorite local spot.
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Expected National Egg Roll Day Deals
While we wait for official 2027 promotions to drop, history shows that National Egg Roll Day often inspires tasty deals. Expect major chains like Panda Express and P.F. Chang’s to offer discounts on their signature egg rolls. Local Chinese-American restaurants might feature special combos or BOGO offers, while grocery stores could run sales on frozen egg roll brands such as Minh, Ling Ling, and Tai Pei for home cooks. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as June 10 approaches.
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Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #NationalEggRollDay. Film a ‘making-of’ video or a taste-test challenge with different fillings.
Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #EggRollDay. Share mouth-watering photos of your favorite egg rolls, perhaps a DIY recipe reel.
Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #NationalEggRollDay. Ask your community to share their go-to egg roll spots.
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The Chinese-American Culinary Community
History of National Egg Roll Day
Established in 2019, in honor of the founders of Van’s Kitchen, Van and Kim Nguyen, National Egg Roll Day is a relatively new food holiday. Van’s Kitchen began in Dallas, Texas, in 1986, with the Vietnamese-themed restaurant, representing the beginning of the family’s pursuit of the ‘American dream’. Like many other immigrant families, Van and Kim came from Vietnam with a passion for sharing their culture through food, especially their authentic egg rolls — consisting of shredded cabbage, minced meat (usually pork), bamboo shoot, onions, and a variety of other freshly ground spices all blended into one delectable filling. They strive to maintain the quality of their egg rolls by using only the freshest ingredients.
Although the origins of the dish are unknown, it may be traced back to Southern China’s Cantonese cuisine. However, many Asian countries also lay claim to having different variations of the humble egg roll. According to Andrew Coe, author of “Chop Suey: A Cultural History of Chinese Food in the United States,” the modern-day egg roll was most likely invented in New York in the 1930s. As compared to the ancient Southern Chinese traditional rolls, Americans have been consuming egg-roll-like food since the mid-1800s.
The distinctive American-style egg roll recipe was first published in 1938 by chef Henry Low, one of the two contending chefs who vie to take credit for popularizing the dish. Despite its short history, the typical egg roll we see today has stayed true to its crunchy, soft, savory origins, and just the thought of it has us drooling and reaching for the nearest takeout menu.
National Egg Roll Day timeline
Chinese immigrants to the U.S. begin to make and consume egg rolls.
Chinese diners across New York City begin to popularize the egg roll.
Vietnamese egg rolls gain the spotlight through Van’s Kitchen.
Thanks to Van’s Kitchen, the egg roll gets a national day of its own.
How Businesses Can Celebrate National Egg Roll Day
Local businesses can celebrate National Egg Roll Day by offering special promotions. Restaurants, especially Asian eateries, can introduce limited-time egg roll flavors or offer combo deals. Grocery stores can highlight frozen egg roll brands or ingredients for homemade versions. Even non-food businesses can join in by hosting an ‘egg roll eating contest’ or a themed happy hour featuring egg rolls and related appetizers.
National Egg Roll Day FAQs
When is National Egg Roll Day?
In 2027, National Egg Roll Day is observed on Thursday, June 10, making it an excellent opportunity to extend your week with a savory snack or a full meal featuring egg rolls.
How popular are egg rolls in the US?
The enduring popularity of egg rolls in the US continues to grow, with millions consumed annually. Their versatility and satisfying crunch make them a staple at parties, family dinners, and quick-service establishments nationwide.
How many types of egg rolls exist?
The types of egg rolls are limited only by imagination, with chefs constantly innovating. Beyond traditional savory fillings, modern interpretations include fusion flavors, gourmet ingredients, and even breakfast-inspired egg rolls, offering endless possibilities.
What is the difference between an egg roll and a spring roll?
While both are filled, rolled appetizers, egg rolls are characterized by their hearty, deep-fried pastry shell, often thicker and chewier. Spring rolls, on the other hand, usually feature a lighter, sometimes translucent wrapper that can be either fresh (uncooked) or delicately fried to a crisp.
How to Celebrate National Egg Roll Day
Go on a food walk
Grab a few foodie pals and go on a food walk, hitting the different Asian restaurants that serve their own version of the egg roll. We guarantee this will be a deliciously rewarding ‘egg-speriment,’ and it will help support your local eateries.
Enroll in a cooking class
Enroll (pun intended) in a Vietnamese or Chinese cooking class and learn how to make your very own egg rolls. This will give you the freedom to later on modify and make it your own.
Watch a documentary
Explore the world wide web and see what you can find on the egg roll, its history, and various types. Watch some YouTube videos showing how people from different cultures make their egg rolls, and get inspired.
5 Egg Facts That Will Get You Egg-cited!
Equal protein content
Egg yolk and egg whites have the same amount of protein in them.
They can be blue or green
Some hens lay blue or green eggs, thanks to a genetic mutation.
Brown over white eggs
Brown eggs are not actually healthier than white eggs, they just cost more because bigger hens lay them.
Great source of vitamin D
This is good news for those who may not want to get their vitamin D intake by soaking up the sun and risking a burn.
Dark yolks are better
The darker the egg yolk, the higher the nutritional value in terms of some of the minerals.
Why We Love National Egg Roll Day
A variant for everyone
You don’t have to be an ‘eggetarian’ to enjoy an egg roll. In fact, many egg rolls don’t even contain eggs. There are versions of the egg roll tweaked to suit every dietary style, lifestyle choice, and palate, so no one is left wanting.
It brings cultures together
Just as we saw the merging of Chinese and American cuisines to create American-Chinese dishes, the egg roll brings different cultures together through its versatility and universal appeal.
It supports immigrant communities
Celebrating a holiday like National Egg Roll Day brings egg rolls and their history into the limelight, highlighting the importance of supporting family-run restaurants and other businesses that are owned by communities from other parts of the world. It’s, therefore, a great way to promote these businesses and keep them from going down.
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