Vietnamese Spring Rolls

Vietnamese Spring Rolls Recipe - Fresh & Flavorful

Delight in these fresh, healthy, and light Vietnamese Spring Rolls! Packed with crisp vegetables, aromatic herbs, and tender shrimp, they are the perfect appetizer, snack, or light meal. Served with delicious dipping sauces, these homemade spring rolls are even better than takeout!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Fresh & Healthy – Made with vibrant veggies and lean protein.
✔ Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients.
✔ Versatile – Customize with your favorite fillings and sauces.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – A light appetizer, lunch, or party snack!

Servings: 4 (8 rolls)

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 ounces rice vermicelli

• 8 rice wrappers (8.5-inch diameter)

• 8 large cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and halved

• 1 1/3 tablespoons chopped fresh Thai basil

• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

• 2 lettuce leaves, chopped

• 1 carrot, thinly sliced

Dipping Sauces:

1. Fish Sauce Mixture:

   • 4 teaspoons fish sauce

   • 1/4 cup water

   • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

   • 1 clove garlic, minced

   • 2 tablespoons white sugar

   • 1/2 teaspoon garlic chili sauce

2. Hoisin Sauce Mixture:

   • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce

   • 1 teaspoon finely chopped peanuts

Directions

Step 1
Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil. Boil rice vermicelli 3 to 5 minutes, or until al dente, and drain. 

Step 2
Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one wrapper into the hot water for 1 second to soften. Lay wrapper flat. In a row across the center, place 2 shrimp halves, a handful of vermicelli, basil, mint, cilantro, carrots, and lettuce, leaving about 2 inches uncovered on each side. Fold uncovered sides inward, then tightly roll the wrapper, beginning at the end with the lettuce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the fish sauce, water, lime juice, garlic, sugar and chili sauce. In another small bowl, mix the hoisin sauce and peanuts.

Note: Serve rolled spring rolls with the fish sauce and hoisin sauce mixtures.

Expert Tips for the Best Vietnamese Spring Rolls

✔ Soften Rice Wrappers Briefly – Over-soaking makes them fragile and hard to handle.
✔ Work Quickly – Assemble the rolls immediately after softening the wrapper.
✔ Keep Rolls Moist – Cover prepared rolls with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
✔ Don’t Overfill – Too much filling makes rolling difficult and may tear the wrapper.
✔ Use Fresh Herbs – Thai basil, mint, and cilantro give authentic Vietnamese flavors!

Delicious Variations & Additions

Vegetarian Spring Rolls – Swap shrimp for tofu, avocado, or extra veggies.
Chicken Spring Rolls – Use grilled or shredded chicken instead of shrimp.
Smoked Salmon Spring Rolls – A gourmet twist with smoked salmon slices.
Mushroom Spring Rolls – Sautéed mushrooms add a rich, umami flavor.
Spicy Spring Rolls – Add Sriracha or Thai chilies for extra heat.

📌 Tip: Mix and match fillings to suit your taste and dietary preferences!

Best Side Dishes & Pairings

Vietnamese Pho – A warm, flavorful soup to complement fresh rolls.

Asian Cucumber Salad – Crisp, refreshing, and tangy.

Mango Sticky Rice – A sweet, tropical dessert to finish the meal.

Pair these spring rolls with a side of our Indian-Style Rice to complete a vibrant and flavor-packed meal.

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