Tangy Shrimp Rolls in Rice Wrappers

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €17.33 · €4.33/serving

• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice"Est. price €0.35–€0.70
• ,"1/4 cup granulated sugar"Est. price €0.08–€0.20
• ,"3 tablespoons aged fish sauce (nam pla)* (be sure to use a high-quality fish sauce for the best flavor)"Est. price €0.30–€0.60
• ,"1 tablespoon unsweetened rice vinegar"Est. price €0.10–€0.25
• ,"1 tablespoon freshly chopped cilantro leaves"Est. price €0.15–€0.35
• ,"2 cloves of garlic, peeled and minced"Est. price €0.10–€0.25
• ,"1 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeño chili with seeds (adjust amount based on preferred spice level)"Est. price €0.05–€0.15
• ,"1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil"Est. price €0.20–€0.45
• ,"6 ounces of fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and caps thinly sliced"Est. price €1.80–€3.60
• ,"4 ounces of dried delicate Chinese rice sticks (maifun)* (soak in hot water until softened before using)"Est. price €0.80–€1.60

Steps

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, whisk together all the ingredients until the sugar has completely dissolved. Allow the mixture to sit for a minimum of 30 minutes. If preparing in advance, you can make this up to 1 day ahead. Simply cover the bowl and refrigerate until ready to use.

2. 2

   Begin by heating oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the mushrooms and cook them until they become soft, which should take approximately 5 minutes. Allow the mushrooms to cool down before proceeding further.

3. 3

   Begin by placing the rice sticks in a large bowl and covering them with hot water. Allow them to soak until they have softened, which should take around 30 minutes. After soaking, drain the rice sticks and proceed to cut them into 6-inch lengths before setting them aside for later use. Next, fill the same bowl with warm water. Submerge one sheet of rice paper at a time into the water and rotate it until it starts to soften, typically about 30 seconds. Even though the sheet may still feel rigid in some areas, remove it from the water and let any excess water drip off onto a kitchen towel. Repeat this process with five more rice paper sheets, arranging each softened sheet in a single layer as you go along.

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• Cultural note

  Originating from Vietnamese cuisine, these shrimp rolls in rice wrappers are a popular dish known as 'Goi Cuon'. They are traditionally served as a healthy and flavorful appetizer or light meal in Vietnamese households and restaurants.

• Seasonal note

  This dish is perfect for summer when fresh herbs and vegetables are abundant, making it a refreshing and light meal option.

• Health note

  Tangy Shrimp Rolls in Rice Wrappers are a nutritious choice, providing a good source of protein from shrimp, fiber from vegetables, and essential vitamins like A and C. However, be mindful of the sodium content in the fish sauce and the added sugar in the recipe.