Shrimp Herb Spring Rolls with Sauce

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €11.40 · €2.85/serving

• Peanut Sauce , Nam Prik , or lime wedgesEst. price €0.10–€0.30
• One 4-ounce bundle dried rice vermicelli, soaked in hot water until softened (about 10 minutes) and drainedEst. price €1.20–€2.50
• 1/2 pound cooked pork or chicken, cut into thin stripsEst. price €2.50–€4.50
• 2 carrots, grated or shreddedEst. price €0.30–€0.60
• 4 red-leaf lettuce leaves, thinly sliced crosswiseEst. price €0.40–€0.80
• 8 rice paper sheets, 10 or 12 inches in diameterEst. price €1.50–€3.00
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (preferably Thai), roughly choppedEst. price €0.70–€1.50
• 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanutsEst. price €0.75–€1.50
• 12 medium shrimp, cooked, peeled, and split in half lengthwiseEst. price €3.00–€5.00
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly choppedEst. price €0.70–€1.50

Steps

1. 1

   Prepare your work area by placing a moist kitchen towel or paper towel on the countertop alongside a large bowl filled with hot water (110–120°F). Submerge a rice paper sheet in the hot water, rotating it until it becomes soft, for approximately 10 seconds. Gently lay the softened rice paper flat on the towel.

2. 2

   Take one sheet of rice paper and place a portion of each ingredient, except the sauce, on the lower part of the paper. Fold the bottom over the ingredients, then fold in the sides and roll up tightly to form a cylinder shape. The moisture from the rice paper will help it stick together. Repeat this assembly process with all the remaining ingredients until they are used up.

3. 3

   Accompany the dish with your choice of dipping sauces or fresh lime wedges.

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• Cultural note

  Spring rolls have a long history in Asian cuisine, particularly in countries like Vietnam and Thailand. They are often enjoyed as appetizers or light meals and are popular for their fresh and vibrant flavors. The use of herbs like mint, basil, and cilantro in the dish reflects the traditional flavors of Southeast Asian…

• Seasonal note

  Shrimp Herb Spring Rolls are best made in the spring and summer when fresh herbs like basil, mint, and cilantro are abundant. Vegetables like carrots and lettuce are also in season during this time, ensuring the freshest ingredients for the dish.

• Health note

  Shrimp Herb Spring Rolls are a nutritious choice, providing a good balance of protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats. They are rich in vitamins A and C from the fresh herbs and vegetables, and the shrimp adds quality protein while being relatively low in calories. The dish also contains fiber from the vegetables and…