Description

Fresh Spring Rolls are a light and healthy Vietnamese appetizer featuring shrimp, rice vermicelli noodles, fresh vegetables, and herbs wrapped in delicate rice paper. These rolls are quick to assemble, offering a refreshing combination of textures and flavors, perfect for a nutritious snack or starter. Serve them with peanut or sweet chili sauce for an authentic taste experience.

Ingredients

Wrap and Noodles

12 rice paper wrappers
6 ounces rice vermicelli noodles, cooked and cooled

Protein

1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and sliced in half lengthwise

Vegetables

1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced

Herbs

1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Cook and cool the rice vermicelli noodles, peel and devein the shrimp slicing them lengthwise, and prepare all vegetables and herbs by shredding, slicing, and washing as needed. Arrange all fillings assembly-style for easy rolling.
Soften Rice Paper: Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 5 to 10 seconds until just pliable. Avoid soaking too long to prevent tearing.
Assemble Rolls: Lay the softened rice paper flat on a clean surface. Place a small portion of noodles, shrimp, shredded carrots, cucumber, red cabbage, avocado slices, and fresh herbs in the lower third of the wrapper, arranging them neatly for rolling.
Roll and Seal: Fold the bottom edge of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides tightly and roll it up firmly to seal. Ensure the roll is tight enough to hold together but not so tight that it breaks.
Repeat: Repeat the softening and filling process with remaining wrappers and ingredients until all rolls are made.
Serve: Serve the spring rolls immediately for best freshness, or cover with a damp towel until ready. Accompany with peanut sauce or sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Notes

Best served fresh to maintain the perfect texture of the rice paper and fillings.
Substitute cooked chicken, tofu, or additional vegetables if shrimp is not preferred.
Serve with peanut sauce or sweet chili sauce for enhanced flavor.