Imagine transforming your kitchen into a vibrant Thai street food haven, where fresh ingredients dance together and every bite tells a delicious story! These Thai Rice Rolls are not just a meal, but a fun, interactive cooking experience that will have kids and adults alike falling in love with international cuisine. Packed with crisp vegetables, delicate herbs, and a mind-blowing spicy peanut sauce, these rolls are about to become your new family favorite that's as exciting to make as it is to eat!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Thai
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, cucumber, bell pepper)
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint, cilantro)
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp chili paste
- Water for soaking wrappers
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and thinly slicing vegetables into matchstick-sized strips. Chop fresh herbs finely.
- Cook vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, rinse with cold water, and drain completely. Set aside.
- Create peanut sauce by whisking peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, and chili paste in a small bowl. Add warm water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Fill a large, shallow dish with warm water for soaking rice paper wrappers.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper into warm water for 10-15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable, but not completely dissolved.
- Place softened wrapper on a clean, damp kitchen towel. Arrange a small portion of vermicelli noodles in the center.
- Layer mixed vegetables and fresh herbs on top of noodles, leaving space at edges for rolling.
- Fold bottom edge of wrapper over filling, then fold in sides, and roll tightly from bottom to top, creating a neat, compact roll.
- Repeat process with remaining wrappers and ingredients.
- Slice rolls diagonally and serve immediately with prepared peanut sauce for dipping.
Tips
- Rice Paper Perfection: Soak wrappers just until they become pliable - too long and they'll tear, too short and they'll be stiff.
- Prep Like a Pro: Have all ingredients chopped and ready before you start rolling to make the process smooth and enjoyable.
- Keep It Cool: Rinse cooked vermicelli noodles with cold water to prevent sticking and maintain their delicate texture.
- Sauce Consistency Matters: Gradually add warm water to your peanut sauce, whisking until you achieve a smooth, dippable consistency.
- Rolling Technique: Use a light touch when rolling, and don't overstuff your wrappers to ensure clean, tight rolls.
- Serve Immediately: These rolls are best enjoyed fresh, so prepare and serve right away for maximum flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 0mg
