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Chiko Roll

Australia

Invented in 1951 as a heartier alternative to the spring roll, the Chiko Roll became a fixture at Australian sporting events for decades.

An Australian takeaway icon — a thick, deep-fried pastry roll packed with cabbage, beef, barley and vegetables, designed to survive being eaten one-handed at the footy.

Authentic Australia Chiko Roll recipe
Prep
30 mins
Cook
10 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
495 kcal
Serves
4
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

300gcabbage, finely shredded
200gminced beef
80gpearl barley, cooked
1carrot, grated
8large spring roll wrappers
oilfor deep frying

Method

1

Brown the mince, then add cabbage, barley and carrot. Cook down until soft and well combined, about 10 minutes.

2

Cool the filling completely.

3

Spoon filling onto wrappers and roll tightly, sealing edges with water.

4

Deep fry at 180C until deeply golden and crisp, about 5-6 minutes.

Chef's Tip

The filling must be fully cooled before rolling or the wrappers will tear and leak.

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