How to make Vietnamese spring rolls at home: Step-by-step recipe
Spring rolls, hailing from Vietnam, are a staple in its cuisine. Celebrated for their fresh ingredients and subtle flavors, these rolls are typically enjoyed as appetizers or light meals. Encased in rice paper, they offer a medley of textures and tastes. More than just food, they represent Vietnamese culture's rich history. Ready to make your own? Let's get cooking. Check out the recipe!
Gather the following ingredients
For your Vietnamese spring rolls, gather 12 rice paper wrappers, one cup of cooked rice vermicelli noodles, one cup of thinly sliced cucumber, one cup each of shredded carrots and bean sprouts, 12 lettuce leaves, fresh mint, and cilantro leaves. Have hoisin sauce ready to dip these delightful rolls and enjoy the authentic flavors of this dish.
Prepare the fillings
Begin by preparing your fillings. Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions and let them cool. Slice the cucumber into thin strips and shred the carrots. Wash the bean sprouts and pat them dry. Prepare the lettuce by washing and drying the leaves. Once done, gather them in a single bowl. Your filling is ready!
Assemble the spring rolls
Dip a single rice paper wrapper in warm water for about two seconds to soften it. Lay it flat on a clean surface. In the center, place a lettuce leaf followed by a small handful of noodles, cucumber strips, shredded carrots, bean sprouts, and a few mint and cilantro leaves. Repeat this step to make as many rolls as you fancy.
Roll them up
Carefully fold the sides of the rice paper wrapper over the filling. Then, roll it up from the bottom firmly, ensuring all ingredients are snugly enclosed without tearing the wrapper. The roll should be tight enough to hold, but gentle enough to prevent ripping. Repeat this process with the remaining ingredients until all spring rolls are neatly assembled and ready to enjoy.
Serve with dipping sauce
Optionally, cut each roll diagonally and arrange on a serving dish. Provide hoisin sauce for dipping, enhancing the flavors. These spring rolls are ideally consumed promptly while fresh, with their wrappers soft. The contrast of crisp vegetables and tender noodles wrapped snugly offers a delightful texture and taste experience, embodying the essence of Vietnamese freshness in every bite.
