Vietnamese Soft Rolls with Crab

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 12
Vietnamese Soft Rolls with Crab Recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

35 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb cooked crabmeat ( imitation crab may also be used )
1 lb fresh asparagus , ends snapped , woody stems trimmed
1 tablespoon cooking oil
1/4 cup water
1 head red leaf lettuce
1 cup alfalfa sprout
1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup fresh basil leaf
1 cup fresh cilantro stem
1 package rice paper sheet ( banh trang )
paper towels
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
2 cloves garlic , minced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
sesame oil , few drops
1 tablespoon chopped peanuts
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup fish sauce ( nam pla )
1 tablespoon sugar
1 clove garlic , minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 lime , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
182
Sugar
5g
Fat
4g
Vietnamese Soft Rolls with Crab is a classic Vietnamese appetizer that is often served as a light and refreshing snack. The dish is made from thin, translucent sheets of rice paper that are filled with a combination of cooked crabmeat, fresh vegetables like lettuce, carrots, and sprouts, asparagus and herbs like fresh cilantro and basil to create a light, healthy appetizer that packs a punch of flavor. They can be served with dipping sauce and chopped peanuts as a garnish. The dish is known for its unique texture and flavor, which makes it popular among food enthusiasts.

Instructions

1.In a skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add asparagus and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until tender-crisp. Add water and stir-fry for another minute. Set aside.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.
3.In another bowl, mix together the fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and lime juice.
4.Prepare all the ingredients: shred the lettuce, prepare alfalfa sprouts, shredded carrot, fresh basil and cilantro. After grouping the ingredients separately, soak a sheet of rice paper in warm water for 10-15 seconds until it softens and lay it on a slightly damp paper towel. Place crabmeat, asparagus, lettuce, alfalfa sprouts, shredded carrot, fresh basil leaf and cilantro stem on the rice paper. Fold sides of rice paper inwards and roll the rice paper away from you, over the filling, and press it firmly. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
5.Serve rolls with dipping sauce and garnish with chopped peanuts.

PROS

Vietnamese Soft Rolls are a healthy and low-fat appetizer that can be enjoyed by everyone.
They offer amazing flavor, thanks to the combination of healthy herbs and veggies used in the preparation.

CONS

Rice paper is quite delicate, so you need to take precautions in order to avoid breaking it while preparing the rolls.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vietnamese Soft Rolls with Crab are high in fiber, low in fat, and packed with veggies. They provide numerous health benefits, as they contain asparagus, which is a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. Additionally, they are gluten-free, which makes them a great dish for those with gluten sensitivities.

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