Vietnamese spring rolls recipe, little bundles of thinly sliced vegetables, herbs, and fruit wrapped up in delicate rice paper. We serve this fresh appetizer with sweet, spicy peanut sauce for dipping. These rolls aren’t deep fried or battered, making them a lighter option. With all their fresh, refreshing flavors, you’ll love sharing these with friends and family as the weather warms up! Come JOIN US on our FACEBOOK group and be a part of our community and discuss various recipes, tips and tricks. LET’S BE FRIENDS ON PINTEREST! WE’RE ALWAYS PINNING TASTY RECIPES
Jump to:Recipe Ingredients How to Prepare ingredients for Spring RollsVariationsWhat goes with Spring Rolls? Expert Tips & TricksOther appetizer and snack ideasLet us know what you thinkFresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls Recipe
Recipe Ingredients
When you make these spring rolls, you need two sets of ingredients: for the spring rolls and the peanut sauce.
For the rolls
Here’s what you’ll need for the rolls themselves:
Rice paper - We use round ones, but you may find square ones instead.Carrots - When we make this, we cut them into matchsticks ourselves, but you may find freshly cut matchsticks at your grocery store.Cucumbers - We cut them into matchsticks but you could look for precut ones at the store.Red Bell - You could use yellow or green instead if you prefer.Mangoes - We use them when in season.Extra firm tofu - The tofu adds extra protein to the spring rolls.Purple cabbage - You could use green cabbage instead if you prefer.Mint - For freshness, add fresh mint leaves, they add so much flavor.Cilantro - This adds some added fresh flavor.Shallots - Shallots have a great onion flavor with a slightly sweeter flavor.Leafy Lettuce - You could use a mixed bag blend.Peanut Sauce - You can make our 5 minute peanut sauce to go with this recipe.
How to Prepare ingredients for Spring Rolls
When you make spring rolls, you will need to prepare the veggies and mangos first. You can also use the time ahead to make the peanut sauce for dipping. To prepare the veggies, wash and peel the carrots. Also wash the other veggies before slicing them into thin, matchsticks. For best results, try to keep the sticks an even thickness. This helps with giving the spring rolls a consistent texture.
How to make Vietnamese Spring Rolls
When you are ready to make these Vietnamese spring rolls, follow these easy steps:
First, fill a large bowl with warm water. Depending on the size of your sheets you can use a shallow pie dish or large bowl or pot. Next, dip the rice paper in the warm water for just 2 to 3 seconds, it should be stiff, and will soften as you begin to work. Once wet, lay them on a non-porous work surface, and then layer the ingredients on the edge closest to you at the 1/3 mark. Start with the leafy greens, carrots, cucumber, tofu, red pepper, and herbs. After layering the ingredients, ‘tuck and roll’ the edge closest to you, by bringing the edge up and over the fresh veggie mound. Gently but firmly, tuck it under and roll away from you. At the 2/3 mark, fold the ends up onto the roll, and continue rolling and tucking them under until the roll is finished. Repeat the process for each roll. Finally, serve with peanut sauce.
Variations
When you make these rolls, you can add additional veggies to the rolls. When we make variations, we like to use fresh, in-season veggies. Some suggestions include:
Add zucchini during the summerUse a rainbow of peppersAdd in hot peppers for added heatSkip the peanut sauce and add your favorite sauce or gravy
What goes with Spring Rolls?
When you make spring rolls, you can serve them with your favorite Asian inspired meals and sides. Some of our favorites include:
Thai green curry Massaman curry Thai peanut noodles Gobi Manchurian Hakka noodles Air fryer tofu Sushi Jasmine Rice
Expert Tips & Tricks
Here are some pro tips and tricks to make the best Vietnamese spring rolls at home:
Make sure to cut the veggies to an even size for the best texture. Don’t over stuff the rolls or they can break. Avoid over-soaking the rice paper, it can fall apart if they sit for too long.
Other appetizer and snack ideas
If you love healthy snacks, check out some of these other great recipes:
Air Fryer PicklesBroccoli Air FryerAir Fryer OkraCrispy Apple ChipsAir Fryer CarrotsDelicious Jalapeno PoppersAir Fryer AsparagusSweet Potatoes Air FryerAir Fryer Zucchini FrittersAir Fryer Egg Rolls
Let us know what you think
If you make this delicious recipe, let us know how it went! When you make this, be sure to take a pic and tag us on Instagram @dbellyrulesdmind or Facebook @thebellyrulesthemind!
First, add all the ingredients, except for the water, to a medium bowl and mix until well-incorporatedNext, add 2 tablespoons of filtered water to the bowl and gently mix. Continue to add water in 1 tablespoon increments until your desired thickness is reached.Finally, let sit for at least 5 minutes before serving. The wait time allows the flavors to combine.
Make sure to cut the veggies to an even size for the best texture.Don’t over stuff the rolls or they can break.Avoid over-soaking the rice paper, it can fall apart if they sit for too long.
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