Lumpia Wrappers in Escondido, CA
The current catalog shows frozen spring-roll pastry suitable for thin, crisp lumpia. Open the locator for the available packages and freezer location. Check the label before buying because Vietnamese rice paper is a different wrapper.
Asian Market La Sorpresa Barata
850 E. Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025
Quick definition
Thin wrappers used for Filipino lumpia; common retail versions are wheat-flour pastry sheets that fry crisp.
Lumpia Wrappers at a glance
- What it is
- Thin wrappers used for Filipino lumpia; common retail versions are wheat-flour pastry sheets that fry crisp.
- Also known as
- Filipino lumpia wrappers, Filipino spring roll wrappers
- Names you may see
- Filipino: pambalot ng lumpia, wrapper for lumpiaFilipino: balat ng lumpia, another common wrapper phrase
- Cuisine
- Filipino
- Typical forms
- Frozen square pastry sheets in several dimensions; homemade fresh crepe-style wrappers also exist
- Common uses
- Lumpiang Shanghai, vegetable lumpia, turon, fresh lumpia, and other filled rolls
What are lumpia wrappers?
Lumpia wrappers are thin sheets used around Filipino savory or sweet fillings, with different wrappers chosen for fried and fresh styles.
For lumpiang Shanghai and other fried rolls, shoppers commonly use very thin wheat-flour spring-roll pastry sold frozen in stacked square sheets. It becomes delicate and shatteringly crisp when fried. Homemade fresh lumpia can use a softer, crepe-like wrapper cooked in a pan; that product and technique are not the same as frozen frying pastry.
Names on packages are inconsistent. “Spring roll wrapper,” “spring roll pastry,” and “lumpia wrapper” can overlap, while thick American egg-roll skins and translucent rice paper may sit nearby. Look at the ingredients, shape, storage section, and preparation picture. If a Filipino recipe expects a crisp fried shell, a dry round bánh tráng sheet will behave very differently.
What we carry
These matches come from the same inventory source as our in-store locator. Selection can change; use the locator for the complete current list and exact location.
Spring Home Tjy Spring Roll Pastry
8.8 OZ/250 G
GrocerySpring Home Spring Roll Pastry (blue )
50 SHEETS
GrocerySpring Home Spring Roll Pastry (PINK/25 Sheets)
12 OZ/25 SHEETS
Grocery
Varieties and forms
Thin frozen spring-roll pastry
The common choice for fried lumpia. Sheets are separated after thawing and kept covered so their edges do not dry out.
Smaller Shanghai-size sheets
Convenient for narrow meat-filled rolls. Larger sheets can also be cut when the package directions permit.
Fresh lumpia wrapper
A soft cooked wrapper used for lumpiang sariwa. It is not intended to mimic the brittle crunch of a fried roll.
Rice paper
Vietnamese bánh tráng softens in water and has its own chewy texture. It is useful, but it is not automatically the wrapper a Filipino lumpia recipe means.
What can you make with lumpia wrappers?
Choose the wrapper around the cooking method. Keep unused frozen pastry beneath a barely damp towel while rolling, and use the package’s sealing and frying directions.
Lumpiang Shanghai
Slim fried rolls filled with seasoned ground meat and finely cut vegetables.
Lumpiang gulay
Crisp rolls packed with vegetables and, depending on the recipe, tofu, shrimp, or meat.
Turon
Sweet fried rolls commonly filled with saba banana and sometimes jackfruit.
Lumpiang sariwa
Fresh vegetable lumpia served in a soft wrapper with a savory-sweet sauce.
Lumpia wrappers vs. Vietnamese rice paper
They are not necessarily the same product. The familiar fried Filipino wrapper and Vietnamese bánh tráng use different ingredients and handling.
Frozen lumpia pastry
Usually wheat-based, square, and pliable after thawing. It fries into a thin, crisp shell.
Vietnamese rice paper
Usually a dry round sheet based on rice and tapioca. It is briefly hydrated for fresh rolls or prepared with recipe-specific frying technique.
Egg-roll wrapper
Often thicker and more doughy than spring-roll pastry. It works for some rolls but does not give the same delicate texture.
How do you thaw and handle lumpia wrappers?
Follow the package, especially for thawing and refreezing. Thin sheets dry quickly once exposed to air, which makes them crack during rolling.
Thaw while sealed
Let the package reach the recommended temperature before opening so condensation and dry edges are easier to control.
Cover the stack
Peel one sheet at a time and keep the remainder covered with plastic or a clean barely damp towel.
Do not overfill
A compact, evenly shaped filling makes a tighter roll and reduces splitting. Seal exactly as the wrapper package or recipe directs.
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Lumpia Wrappers FAQ
Where can I buy lumpia wrappers in Escondido?
Check Asian Market Escondido’s product locator for current spring-roll pastry and wrapper listings. The store is at 850 E. Valley Pkwy; call ahead for a particular sheet size or brand.
Are lumpia wrappers the same as rice paper?
Not in many Filipino recipes. Thin frozen wheat pastry is common for crisp fried lumpia, while Vietnamese rice paper is a dry rice-based sheet that requires hydration and behaves differently.
Where are lumpia wrappers kept in the store?
Many retail lumpia and spring-roll pastry sheets are frozen. Use the current locator result for the exact location rather than assuming every wrapper is in the same aisle.
Why do my lumpia wrappers crack?
They may be too cold, too dry, or exposed to air for too long. Thaw according to the package and keep the open stack covered while you roll.
Find lumpia wrappers at Asian Market Escondido
850 E. Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025. Open 8:00 AM–8:00 PM, seven days a week. Free parking at the door, two minutes off I-15 at Valley Parkway.
- Address
- 850 E. Valley Pkwy, Escondido
- Hours
- 8:00 AM–8:00 PM · 7 days
- Phone
- (760) 735-9650