Are you ready to transport your kitchen to the vibrant streets of Vietnam with a recipe that's both elegant and incredibly delicious? These Vietnamese Shrimp Spring Rolls are not just a meal, they're a culinary adventure that combines fresh herbs, succulent shrimp, and delicate rice paper into a perfect handheld delight. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to an exotic lunch, these spring rolls are your ticket to a flavor-packed experience that's surprisingly easy to make!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup vermicelli noodles, cooked
- 1 cup lettuce leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- Peanut sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing herbs, chopping lettuce, and ensuring shrimp and noodles are cooled to room temperature.
- Fill a large, shallow dish with warm water for softening rice paper wrappers. The water should be comfortably warm but not hot.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for about 10-15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable, but not completely dissolved.
- Carefully transfer the softened rice paper wrapper to a clean, damp kitchen towel or cutting board.
- Layer ingredients in the center of the wrapper, starting with lettuce leaves as a base.
- Add a small portion of cooked vermicelli noodles on top of the lettuce.
- Place 2-3 cooked shrimp in a line across the noodles.
- Sprinkle fresh mint and cilantro leaves over the shrimp.
- Fold the bottom of the wrapper up and over the filling, then fold in the sides.
- Carefully roll the wrapper tightly from bottom to top, ensuring a compact and sealed spring roll.
- Repeat the process with remaining wrappers and ingredients.
- Serve immediately with peanut sauce for dipping, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- Water Temperature is Key: Use warm (not hot) water to soften rice paper. Too hot, and it will tear; too cold, and it won't become pliable.
- Work Quickly: Once the rice paper is softened, work swiftly to prevent it from becoming too fragile or sticking to the surface.
- Don't Overstuff: Less is more! Too many ingredients will make rolling difficult and can cause tears in the wrapper.
- Keep Ingredients Fresh: Use crisp lettuce and fresh herbs for the best flavor and texture.
- Serve Immediately: Spring rolls are best enjoyed fresh. If you need to prepare in advance, cover with a damp towel and plastic wrap to prevent drying out.
- Experiment with Dipping Sauces: While peanut sauce is traditional, try hoisin sauce or a spicy chili sauce for variety.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 85mg
