Thai Shrimp Rolls With Julienne of Vegetables

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 1
Thai Shrimp Rolls with Julienne of Vegetables – a healthy and flavorful appetizer
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon fish sauce
1/8 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
1 ounce uncooked rice sticks
4 medium romaine lettuce leaves
4 sheets rice paper
8 large fresh basil leaves
8 medium shrimp , peeled , steamed , and halved lengthwise ( about 4 ounces )
1 cucumber , cut in 2 inch strips
2 carrots , cut in 2 inch strips
3 green onion tops , cut in 2 inch strips
12 medium fresh mint leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
132
Sugar
6g
Fat
1g
Thai Shrimp Rolls with Julienne of Vegetables are a popular appetizer in Thai cuisine. This dish combines fresh and vibrant ingredients to create a light and flavorful appetizer that is perfect for sharing. The combination of lettuce cups, rice paper, refreshing vegetables, and succulent shrimp make for a delightful balance of tasty flavors and crispy textures. The dish is whimsical and colorful, making it a surefire hit at any lunch or dinner gathering. The Thai red curry paste adds a touch of heat and depth, while the fish sauce adds saltiness and umami.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, honey, fish sauce, and Thai red curry paste. Set aside.
2.Boil water in a large pot. Turn off the heat and add the rice sticks to cook for 10-15 seconds. Drain and rinse with cold water. Press out any excess water.
3.Cut out the stem of each lettuce leaf to form a bowl shape. Soak the rice paper sheets in warm water for 5 seconds, until soft. Lay on a clean damp towel.
4.Divide the sauce evenly among the lettuce cups, followed by the basil leaves, shrimp halves, cucumber, carrots, green onion tops, rice sticks, and mint leaves, respectively.
5.Roll up the lettuce into a packet, then tightly wrap each packet with a sheet of rice paper.

PROS

These Thai Shrimp Rolls are light and refreshing, bursting with flavor and texture.
They are perfect for an appetizer or light lunch.

The combination of fresh vegetables, shrimp, and aromatic herbs make this dish a healthy and flavorful option.

CONS

The assembly of the rolls can be a bit time-consuming, but the end result is well worth the effort.
Some may find the fish sauce a bit overpowering, but it can be adjusted to taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a great source of lean protein from the shrimp, as well as fiber and vitamins from the vegetables. The aromatic herbs and spices of Thai cuisine have been linked to having anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, supporting overall health and well-being. Tasty and nutritious? Yes please!

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