Goi Cuon (Vietnamese Spring Roll with Pork and Prawns)

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 0

Goi Cuon (Vietnamese Spring Roll with Pork and Prawns) - a refreshing and healthy appetizer

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 pound pork tenderloin , cut into thin strips
	1/2 pound prawns , peeled and deveined
	1/4 pound rice vermicelli noodles
	1 bunch fresh cilantro , leaves picked from stems
	5 spring onions , cut in half
	1/4 cup fresh mint leaves , or more to taste
	1/4 head romaine lettuce , cut into bite-size pieces

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

10-12

Calories

90 per roll

Sugar

1.5g

Fat

1.5g

Goi Cuon, also known as Vietnamese Spring Rolls, is a light and refreshing appetizer that is popular in Vietnamese cuisine. These spring rolls are made with rice paper wrappers filled with a combination of lean pork tenderloin, juicy prawns, rice vermicelli noodles, fresh cilantro, mint leaves, and crunchy lettuce. The rolls are then served with a dipping sauce made from fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, and chili peppers, which provides an extra burst of tangy and umami flavor. Goi Cuon is a perfect appetizer for any occasion, and can be made ahead of time for a healthy and satisfying snack or light lunch option.

Instructions

1.	Cook the pork and prawns in a pot of boiling water until just cooked, then remove and set aside.
2.	Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, then rinse under cold water and set aside.
3.	Clean and chop the cilantro, spring onions, and mint leaves and set aside.
4.	Dip one rice paper wrapper into a bowl of warm water for about 5 seconds or until it softens.
5.	Lay the softened wrapper onto a flat surface and add a piece of lettuce, a small handful of rice vermicelli noodles, some pork and prawns, and a little bit of each herb in the center of the wrapper.
6.	Roll up the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides and continue rolling until the wrapper is completely wrapped around the filling.
7.	Repeat with the remaining ingredients until all the filling is used up.

PROS

Goi Cuon is a low-carb and low-fat appetizer that is packed with protein and fiber, making it a perfect healthy snack or light lunch option.

The ingredients are fresh and flavorful, and the dipping sauce adds an extra burst of tangy and umami flavor.

CONS

The rolling process can be a bit tricky at first, and it may take some practice to get the perfect roll.

The rice paper wrappers can also dry out quickly, so it’s important to work quickly when assembling the spring rolls.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Goi Cuon is a healthy and nutritious appetizer that is low in calories, high in protein and fiber, and packed with fresh vegetables and herbs.
The cilantro and mint leaves are loaded with vitamins and minerals, and the lettuce provides a good source of vitamin A and iron.
The prawns are high in protein and low in fat, and the pork tenderloin provides a good source of vitamin B6 and magnesium.