Whether you made your own or had some leftovers from takeout, you’ve got some spring rolls on hand. I’m not talking the cold wrapped version, but the fried type that I’m sure you’d like to be crispy again. So, let’s reheat spring rolls in the air fryer to bring them back to delicious fast!
Spring rolls are crunchy and delicious, and a common side dish to many different types of Asian cuisine. If you make your own, it’s very common to end up with a large batch, which means you’ll need to reheat them later.
Even if you don’t make your own, I’ve always seemingly got a few left over every time I get takeout from my favorite sushi joint, or when I make the whole box of Air Fryer Frozen Spring Rolls.
Don’t let them go to waste! The air fryer does an awesome job of reheating spring rolls, getting you warmed filling while maintaining the fried crunch on the outside. They’re nearly as good as fresh, and make a perfect snack or appetizer anytime.
What You’ll Need
Leftover spring rolls (any size or flavor)
Ingredient Notes and Tips
Most spring rolls are a similar width and just vary in length, so cooking time doesn’t change much between sizes
You can reheat as many at a time as fit in a single layer in your air fryer basket, with no additional time needed for more
No additional oil should be needed since most reheated spring rolls still retain some oil from their initial deep frying, but if they seem dry you can add a little
How to Reheat Spring Rolls in Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F
Place cold spring rolls in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, allowing some air space between each
Cook on the air fry setting for 3-5 minutes at 350°F, until warmed through
Serve with your favorite dipping sauces!
Best Spring Roll Dipping Sauces
Soy sauce
Sweet chili sauce
Duck sauce
Peanut sauce
Sriracha mayo
Yum yum sauce
Hoisin sauce
Sweet and sour sauce
Sesame ginger sauce
Plum sauce
Teriyaki sauce
If you’re interested, I also have a recipe for making homemade teriyaki sauce in the microwave that can be ready in under 10 minutes!
Recipe FAQs
How Do You Reheat Leftover Spring Rolls?
You can reheat leftover spring rolls in the oven, microwave, air fryer, or on the stovetop.
The microwave will not crisp the wrapper of the spring roll. The air fryer is a faster method than the oven with an equally crispy result. The stovetop requires monitoring and flipping for even heating.
What Temperature Do You Reheat Spring Rolls in the Air Fryer?
You should reheat spring rolls at a temperature of 350°F in the air fryer.
This is to prevent over browning, since you don’t need to fully cook them.
How Do You Make Spring Rolls Crispy Again?
Make spring rolls crispy again by using an oven or air fryer to reheat, and applying a small amount of oil if necessary.
They may also be pan fried, but will become more browned during the process.
How Long Do You Reheat Spring Rolls in an Air Fryer?
You reheat spring rolls for 3-5 minutes in an air fryer, until they are warmed through.
The time may vary slightly based on your particular air fryer and whether you’ve preheated it long enough.
Can You Heat Up Vietnamese Spring Rolls?
You can heat up Vietnamese spring rolls if desired, though it is not customary.
Cook in the microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel for 30-45 seconds until warm. This will prevent the rolls from drying out and getting hard.
Recipe Pro Tips
You actually do not need to flip the spring rolls during cooking, since we’re only worrying about reheating and not browning them
I’m reheating some InnovAsian mini vegetable frozen spring rolls I cooked the other day that have been refrigerated. They were perfect after 3 minutes in a Ninja Dual Zone air fryer. Other brands of spring rolls and air fryers may vary slightly
If you do not preheat your air fryer, then you should flip them to prevent wet spots on the bottom, and plan to add around 2 minutes to the cooking time to account for the cooler temperature
Storage Tips
Leftover spring rolls are generally good for 2-3 days, if stored properly in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bag
Do not reheat leftover spring rolls more than once, as they have a tendency to dry out and have an unpleasant texture
For longer term storage, you may freeze cooked spring rolls for 2-3 months. To reheat directly from frozen, add 2 minutes to cooking time to account for the colder starting temperature
When you reheat spring rolls in the air fryer, you get all the same crunch as you originally enjoyed! This method is faster than the oven, less maintenance than the stovetop, and produces a better result than the microwave. How can you go wrong?
Whether you previously cooked some at home or just have leftovers from takeout, all your spring rolls are perfectly reheated in the air fryer whenever you want a quick snack or appetizer.
In fact, if you have leftover entrée, you could reheat that as well for a full meal! But they’re great alongside anything you’re making.
If you’re interested in flexing your culinary muscles, then try my Antipasto Egg Rolls in the Air Fryer which are a perfect easy snack for gameday!
Your air fryer reheats leftover spring rolls in minutes, without sacrificing the crunchy exterior. This method works for most spring rolls and egg rolls in any flavor!
2Largeleftover spring rolls, any flavor(or 4 mini spring rolls)
1 Tbspdipping sauce of choice(optional)
Instructions
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F
Place cold spring rolls in the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, allowing some air space between each
2 Large leftover spring rolls, any flavor
Cook on the air fry setting for 3-5 minutes at 350°F, until warmed through
Serve with your favorite dipping sauces!
1 Tbsp dipping sauce of choice
Notes
Most spring rolls are a similar width and just vary in length, so cooking time doesn’t change much between sizes
You can reheat as many at a time as fit in a single layer in your air fryer basket, with no additional time needed for more
No additional oil should be needed since most reheated spring rolls still retain some oil from their initial deep frying, but if they seem dry you can add a little bit as needed
You actually do not need to flip the spring rolls during cooking, since we’re only worrying about reheating and not browning them
I’m reheating some InnovAsian mini vegetable frozen spring rolls I cooked the other day that have been refrigerated. They were perfect after 3 minutes in a Ninja Dual Zone air fryer. Other brands of spring rolls and air fryers may vary slightly
Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of your leftover spring rolls, plus any added dipping sauces, so please consider this a guideline only
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