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Exotic Filipino Lumpia with Sweet Soy Garlic Sauce

Name: Exotic Filipino Lumpia with Sweet Soy Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork; 1 cup finely chopped carrots; 1 cup finely chopped water chestnuts; 1 cup chopped green onions; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp sesame oil; ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper; 20 lumpia or spring roll wrappers; 1 egg, beaten (for sealing edges); ½ cup soy sauce; ¼ cup brown sugar; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water; Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying

Experience the authentic taste of the Philippines with this exotic and savory lumpia recipe, perfect for any occasion.

4.6(905 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 7, 2025

Exotic Filipino Lumpia with Sweet Soy Garlic Sauce — Appetizer served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Lumpia Filling

For the Lumpia Wrapper

For the Sweet Soy Garlic Sauce

For Frying

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 389 kcal
Protein: 20 g
Carbs: 34.33 g
Fat: 19.92 g
Fiber: 2.67 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2331 kcal
Protein: 120 g
Carbs: 206 g
Fat: 119.5 g
Fiber: 16 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb ground pork	960	88	0	72	0
1 cup finely chopped carrots	52	1	12	0	4
1 cup finely chopped water chestnuts	120	1	28	0	3
1 cup chopped green onions	32	2	7	0	2
3 cloves garlic, minced	12	0	3	0	1
2 tbsp soy sauce	16	2	1	0	0
1 tsp sesame oil	40	0	0	4.5	0
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper	3	0	1	0	1
20 lumpia or spring roll wrappers	400	12	82	4	4
1 egg, beaten (for sealing edges)	70	6	1	5	0
½ cup soy sauce	64	8	4	0	0
¼ cup brown sugar	216	0	56	0	0
4 cloves garlic, minced	16	0	4	0	1
1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water	30	0	7	0	0
Vegetable oil, enough for deep frying	300	0	0	34	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Filling

1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, carrots, water chestnuts, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper.
2
Mix well
Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
3
Marinate
Let it marinate for 20 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Preparing the Lumpia Wrapper

1
Separate wrappers
Separate the lumpia wrappers carefully to prevent tearing.
2
Prepare workspace
Prepare a clean working surface to roll the lumpia.
Tip: Ensure your workspace is dry before rolling to keep the wrappers pliable.
3
Keep wrappers moist
Keep a damp cloth over the wrappers to avoid drying out.
Tip: Lightly coat your fingers with egg while sealing the wrappers for a tighter seal.

How to Make Exotic Filipino Lumpia with Sweet Soy Garlic Sauce

Total time: 2 h · Yields 6 servings

1
Roll the Lumpia
Place a heaping tablespoon of the filling on a wrapper, fold sides, and roll tightly, sealing the edge with beaten egg.
2
Make the Sauce
In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic. Bring to a boil and thicken with cornstarch mixture.
3
Fry the Lumpia
Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the rolls until golden brown and crispy. Drain excess oil on paper towels.