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Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup of rice vermicelli noodles, cooked and drained
- 12 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup of lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup of fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup of fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup of carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup of cucumber, julienned
- 1/4 cup of peanuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup of fish sauce
- 1/4 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1 clove of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of lime juice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup of fish sauce, 1/4 cup of water, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 1 clove of minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of lime juice to make the dipping sauce. Set aside.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove from the water and let them cool. Once cooled, slice each shrimp in half lengthwise.
- Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for a few seconds until it softens. Place the wrapper on a clean, damp kitchen towel.
- In the center of the wrapper, layer a small handful of cooked rice vermicelli noodles, shredded lettuce, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, julienned carrots, julienned cucumber, and a few chopped peanuts.
- Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly to enclose the filling. Place the sliced shrimp halves on top of the rolled filling, with the pink side facing out.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling ingredients.
- Serve the shrimp rice paper rolls with the prepared dipping sauce.
- Enjoy your delicious and refreshing shrimp rice paper rolls!
Shrimp rice paper rolls, also known as Vietnamese spring rolls, have a rich history dating back to ancient Vietnam. This popular dish features succulent shrimp, fresh herbs, vermicelli noodles, and crunchy vegetables wrapped in delicate rice paper. Renowned chefs in Vietnam, such as Chef Luke Nguyen, have elevated the art of creating these rolls, infusing them with their unique culinary expertise. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in authentic Vietnamese restaurants worldwide, with Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi being notable regions for experiencing the true essence of shrimp rice paper rolls. The key to perfecting this dish lies in sourcing the freshest ingredients and mastering the art of rolling the rice paper to achieve the ideal texture and flavor. Whether enjoyed with traditional nuoc cham dipping sauce or a modern twist, shrimp rice paper rolls continue to captivate food enthusiasts with their exquisite taste and cultural significance.
40 min
12 rolls
120 per roll calories
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