Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls, also known as Spring Rolls, are a fresh and healthy dish packed with bright flavors and textures. These rolls feature soft rice paper filled with ingredients like prawns, vermicelli noodles, lettuce, and herbs, paired with a rich peanut dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, they are versatile and can be customized with your favorite fillings. This recipe simplifies the process with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, making it easy to achieve beautifully wrapped rolls at home.
Full Recipe:
Ingredients
- For the Rolls:
- Rice paper sheets
- Cooked prawns, halved lengthwise
- Vermicelli noodles
- Lettuce leaves
- Mint leaves
- Bean sprouts
- For the Peanut Dipping Sauce:
- Peanut butter
- Hoisin sauce
- White vinegar or lime juice
- Milk or water
- Garlic, minced
- Crushed chili (optional)
Directions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Soak vermicelli noodles in warm water for 2 minutes, then drain.
- Peel and devein prawns, slicing them in half lengthwise.
- Remove the core from the lettuce leaves.
- Make the Peanut Dipping Sauce:
- Combine all sauce ingredients and microwave for 30 seconds.
- Mix until smooth and adjust thickness with milk or water. Set aside.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one or two rice paper sheets into the water for 2 seconds.
- Lay the rice paper on a flat surface. Place prawns and mint leaves near the top, and a lettuce bundle filled with noodles and bean sprouts in the center.
- Fold the sides inward and roll tightly from the bottom to form a roll.
- Serve:
- Arrange the rolls on a platter and serve with the peanut dipping sauce.
Nutrients (Per Roll Without Sauce)
- Calories: 135
- Carbohydrates: 19.2g
- Protein: 11.5g
- Fat: 1.1g
- Sodium: 201mg
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls are a delightful and nutritious option for any occasion. With their fresh ingredients and the irresistible peanut sauce, they are a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make and perfect for sharing!
