Stuffed Steamed Rice Wrapper Rolls (Vietnamese)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 0
Vietnamese Stuffed Steamed Rice Wrapper Rolls recipe
in Vietnamese

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup dried wood ear mushrooms
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 shallots , chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
10 ounces ground pork or 10 ounces ground chicken
1 cup rice flour
3 cups water
salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 red chili pepper , shredded
1/4 cup cilantro leaf
1/2 cup fried shallots

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
258
Sugar
3g
Fat
8g
Stuffed Steamed Rice Wrapper Rolls, also known as Banh Cuon, is a popular Vietnamese dish that is often eaten for breakfast or as a light snack. These soft and silky steamed rice rolls are filled with savory ground pork or chicken and wood ear mushrooms. The sauce made with fish sauce, chili peppers, and lime juice adds a tangy and spicy kick to the dish. Often served with fresh herbs and fried shallots on top, Banh Cuon is a delicious and healthy meal option that is enjoyed by many Vietnamese people.

Instructions

1.Soak the dried mushrooms in warm water until hydrated, then drain and finely chop them.
2.Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté the shallots and garlic until fragrant.
3.Add the ground pork or chicken to the pan and cook until browned.
4.In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, water, and salt. Stir well to dissolve any lumps.
5.Grease a steamer tray and pour a thin layer of the rice flour mixture onto it. Steam on high heat for 2 minutes or until the layer becomes firm.
6.Take out the steamed rice layer and gently roll it up.
7.Repeat the process until you have 7-8 rolls.
8.In a separate pan, mix together sugar, water, fish sauce, rice wine vinegar, lime juice, garlic, and red chili pepper. Cook until the mixture thickens a bit.
9.Finally, slice the steamed rice rolls into 1-inch pieces and place each piece flat on a plate. Add the cooked pork/chicken and mushrooms on top of each piece.
10.Drizzle the sauce over each roll and finish with cilantro leaf and fried shallots. Serve hot or at room temperature.

PROS

This recipe is a healthy and delicious snack packed with a variety of flavors.

The rolls are low in fat and high in fiber and protein, making them a guilt-free treat.

They are also gluten-free and dairy-free, perfect for those with dietary restrictions.

CONS

The recipe can be a bit time-consuming due to the various steps involved.

It may be difficult to find some of the ingredients like dried wood ear mushrooms and rice flour if you are not familiar with Asian grocery stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vietnamese Stuffed Steamed Rice Wrapper Rolls are an excellent source of protein and fiber.
The mushrooms in this recipe have immune-boosting properties and may help prevent certain cancers.
The garlic and red chili pepper are also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

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