How to Make Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls - A Step-by-Step Guide

Spring rolls are a popular dish in Vietnamese cuisine, known for their fresh and vibrant flavors. These delicious rolls are made using a variety of fresh ingredients, such as vegetables, herbs, and sometimes meat or seafood, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. They are often served as a light and healthy appetizer or snack, and are perfect for warm weather dining.

One of the most beloved versions of spring rolls is the Vietnamese fresh spring roll, also known as "Goi Cuon". These roll...

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Ingredients

  • 2 ounces rice vermicelli
  • 8 rice wrappers (8.5 inch diameter)
  • 8 large cooked shrimp - peeled, deveined and cut in half
  • 2 leaves lettuce, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 ⅓ tablespoons chopped fresh Thai basil
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 4 teaspoons fish sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic chili sauce
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped peanuts

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 spring rolls

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil; stir in vermicelli pasta and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one wrapper into the hot water for 1 second to soften. Lay wrapper flat; place 2 shrimp halves in a row across the center, add some vermicelli, lettuce, mint, cilantro, and basil, leaving about 2 inches uncovered on each side. Fold uncovered sides inward, then tightly roll the wrapper, beginning at the end with lettuce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • For the sauces: Mix water, lime juice, sugar, fish sauce, garlic, and chili sauce in a small bowl until well combined. Mix hoisin sauce and peanuts in a separate small bowl.
  • Serve rolled spring rolls with fish sauce and hoisin sauce mixtures.
  • Nutrition

    82 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 305mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 62mg