If I do not have fresh garlic, I use about half a teaspoon of garlic powder. It still gives the filling that savory flavor I love.
When I need to make these gluten-free, I use spring roll wrappers made from rice. They work great and still get nice and crispy.
I always cool my egg rolls on a wire rack instead of paper towels. It keeps them from getting soggy underneath.
To make sure the oil is hot enough, I drip a little water into the pan. If it sizzles right away, I know it is ready for frying.
I fry the egg rolls in small batches. When I crowd the pan, they end up steaming instead of frying, and I miss out on that golden crispy shell.