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egg roll
noun
: a thin egg-dough casing filled with minced vegetables and often bits of meat (such as shrimp or chicken) and usually deep-fried
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In addition to his record set in the men’s division for hot dog consumption, Chestnut holds more than 50 world records across a wide variety of cuisines including his recent titles in cheesesteak egg rolls from September 2023 and cherry pie from July 2022.
—Francesca Gariano, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024
There are two egg roll appetizer options available at Sullivan's:
Cheesesteak Eggroll: Filet mignon, sweet and spicy chili sauce and honey mustard.
—Chris Sims, The Indianapolis Star, 10 June 2024
As for the menu, favorites will still be available at the new restaurant, while new offerings include an egg roll trio (cheeseburger, Cuban sandwich and pepperoni pizza); mushroom and goat cheese croquettes with fig jam; Swedish meatballs and matzo ball soup, which will be available daily.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 6 June 2024
Expect egg rolls, noodle entrees, soups and salads, and in the future, sushi.
—Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 5 June 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1934, in the meaning defined above
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“Egg roll.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/egg%20roll. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.
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egg roll
noun
: a thin egg-dough casing filled with minced vegetables and often bits of meat (as shrimp or pork) and usually deep-fried
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