Vietnamese-style Rice Paper Rolls

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 2
Vietnamese-style Rice Paper Rolls
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1 small cucumber , peeled and julienned
1 small carrot , peel and julienned
1/4 cup mint leaf
3 tablespoons pickled ginger , finely sliced ( optional )
40 g baby dou miao or 40 g snow pea sprouts
1 bunch chives , cut in 9 cm lengths
10 g enoki mushrooms ( the Japanese golden mushroom )
rice paper sheet
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 tablespoons Thai fish sauce
1 clove garlic , crushed
2 small red chilies , finely sliced
1 tablespoon brown sugar or 1 tablespoon palm sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
51
Sugar
2g
Fat
0.5g
Vietnamese-style Rice Paper Rolls is a popular appetizer in Vietnamese cuisine. Also known as summer rolls, they are often served fresh at restaurants or as a light snack at home. These rolls have a delicate texture and a tropical taste that make them a perfect appetizer for warm weather or outdoor gatherings. The combination of fresh vegetables, mint and ginger give this dish a burst of flavor, while the dipping sauce adds a savory and tangy note. Whether you are vegan or not, Vietnamese-style Rice Paper Rolls are a healthy and delicious option for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Prep your vegetables by washing and cutting them into small pieces.
2.Place the cucumber, carrot, mint leaves, pickled ginger, snow pea sprouts, chives and enoki mushrooms into separate bowls.
3.In a small mixing bowl, whisk the lime juice, Thai fish sauce, garlic, red chilies and brown sugar together.
4.Fill a pan with hot water and dip one rice paper sheet at a time for about 10 seconds. Remove it from the water and spread it on a damp plate.
5.Working quickly, place some of the vegetables and herbs in a row across the center of the rice paper sheet, leave some space empty on the top and bottom edges to fold the rolls.
6.Roll up the rice paper like a burrito starting from the bottom, then fold in the sides of the rice paper to enclose the filling. The rolls should be tight and firm. Repeat the process with the remaining ingredients.
7.Serve with your dipping sauce of choice and enjoy!

PROS

Vietnamese-style Rice Paper Rolls are a healthy and refreshing appetizer filled with a variety of vegetables and herbs.

They are low in calories, gluten-free and can be made vegan-friendly by omitting the fish sauce.

This dish is quick and easy to prepare, and can be customized to your liking.

CONS

The rice paper can tear easily if over-soaked or handled too much.

Some of the ingredients can be hard to find depending on your location.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vietnamese-style Rice Paper Rolls are packed with nutrients and vitamins from the variety of vegetables and herbs used.
Cucumber and carrot provide fiber, while mint and ginger have anti-inflammatory properties.
Enoki mushrooms are known to boost the immune system and aid in digestion.
Fish sauce provides a good source of protein and Omega-3 fatty acids.

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