Korean Egg Rolls with Spicy Cucumber Salad
Korean Egg Rolls with Spicy Cucumber Salad
Recipe Classification: High-Protein • Dairy-Free • Korean-Inspired • Meal Prep Friendly
Diet Categories:Low-Carb • Gluten-Free •
Use certified gluten-free ham and ensure the tamari, gochujang, and other ingredients in the Spicy Cucumber Salad are gluten-free.
Introduction
These Korean Egg Rolls with Spicy Cucumber Salad combine soft, savoury rolled eggs with a fresh, crunchy, and slightly spicy cucumber salad for a colourful high-protein, low-carb meal. Eggs are mixed with green onions, shredded carrot, and chopped ham before being gently cooked and rolled into the characteristic layered Korean-style omelette.
Served alongside Spicy Cucumber Salad, the creamy, tender egg rolls contrast beautifully with crisp cucumber, sesame, garlic, chilli, and tangy rice vinegar. It's a satisfying combination of protein and vegetables that works equally well for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner.
Whether you're searching for Korean egg rolls, low-carb Korean recipes, high-protein egg recipes, gluten-free lunch ideas, or an easy Asian-inspired meal, these Korean Egg Rolls with Spicy Cucumber Salad offer plenty of flavour without requiring a long list of complicated ingredients.
Benefits of the Main Ingredients
Eggs
Eggs are an excellent source of complete, high-quality protein containing all nine essential amino acids. They also provide choline, selenium, vitamin B12, iodine, vitamin A, and vitamin D.
With very little carbohydrate, eggs work particularly well for high-protein, low-carb and keto-friendly recipes.
Ham
Ham contributes additional protein and provides nutrients including vitamin B12, thiamine, selenium, zinc, and phosphorus.
For a healthier everyday option, choose a minimally processed ham with a simple ingredient list and little or no added sugar. If following a gluten-free diet, check that the product is specifically suitable, as marinades and flavourings can vary.
Green Onions
Green onions add freshness and mild onion flavour without overwhelming the delicate eggs. They provide small amounts of vitamin C and vitamin K along with naturally occurring plant compounds.
Carrot
A small amount of shredded carrot brings colour, gentle sweetness, and texture to the egg rolls. Carrots are particularly rich in beta-carotene, which the body can convert into vitamin A.
Only 12 g is used in the entire recipe, so its carbohydrate contribution is minimal.
Spicy Cucumber Salad
The accompanying cucumber salad provides a refreshing contrast to the protein-rich eggs. Cucumber adds hydration and crunch, while sesame seeds and sesame oil contribute unsaturated fats and a distinctive nutty flavour.
Garlic, chilli, green onions, tamari, and rice vinegar create the bold Korean-inspired dressing.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
These Korean Egg Rolls are a great way to turn everyday eggs into something a little different. The combination of eggs, ham, vegetables, and spicy cucumber salad provides protein alongside a generous serving of fresh vegetables.
They're also easy to prepare ahead. Once cooled, the rolled omelette can be sliced into bite-sized pieces and refrigerated, making it useful for lunchboxes and meal prep.
For a strict keto version, omit the ¼ teaspoon sugar from the eggs. For the Spicy Cucumber Salad, use keto honey or another sugar-free sweetener instead of agave and choose a low-sugar or sugar-free gochujang.