Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls

Welcome to this fresh and healthy Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls recipe! These rolls are packed with crisp vegetables, succulent shrimp, and fragrant herbs, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. Perfect for a light meal or appetizer, these Vietnamese fresh spring rolls are deliciously refreshing and easy to make.

Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls

   Preparation Time: 20 minutes

  

   Nutrition: Per serving

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 1g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 2g

Fresh Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls filled with shrimp, crisp vegetables, and herbs, served with a flavorful dipping sauce.

Ingredients:

• 12 large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 cup julienned carrots
• 1 cup julienned cucumber
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 12 rice paper wrappers
• Optional: Vermicelli noodles (cooked and cooled)
• For the Dipping Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)

Directions:

1. Prepare Ingredients: Slice the cooked shrimp in half lengthwise. Prepare the lettuce, carrots, cucumber, mint, and cilantro. If using, prepare the vermicelli noodles according to package instructions.

2. Soak Rice Paper: Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 5 seconds until it softens. Lay it flat on a clean surface.

3. Assemble Rolls: Place 2 shrimp halves in the center of the wrapper. Add a small amount of lettuce, carrots, cucumber, mint, cilantro, and vermicelli noodles (if using).

4. Roll: Fold the sides of the rice paper over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom up, keeping the ingredients tucked in. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and fillings.

5. Prepare Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, mix hoisin sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, water, and sriracha until smooth.

6. Serve: Serve the rice paper rolls with the dipping sauce on the side.

Notes:

• These rolls can be made ahead and stored in the fridge, covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
• For a vegetarian version, replace the shrimp with tofu or extra vegetables.

Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls are a delightful, light, and healthy option that’s perfect for any meal or snack. The combination of fresh vegetables, herbs, and shrimp wrapped in delicate rice paper makes for a refreshing and tasty bite every time!