Best 5 Crab And Shrimp Spring Rolls In Rice Paper Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with our tantalizing Crab and Shrimp Spring Rolls in Rice Paper. These exquisite appetizers, also known as summer rolls or fresh spring rolls, are a delightful symphony of flavors and textures, perfect for any occasion. With a crispy rice paper exterior and a vibrant filling of crab, shrimp, crunchy vegetables, and aromatic herbs, these rolls are a feast for the senses. Accompanied by a flavorful dipping sauce, they make an irresistible dish that will leave you craving more. In this comprehensive guide, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions, cooking tips, and variations to create these delectable spring rolls at home. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this authentic Southeast Asian delicacy.

**Additional Recipes Explored in the Article:**

1. **Vietnamese Dipping Sauce (Nuoc Cham):** Discover the secrets to making the perfect dipping sauce for your spring rolls. This classic Vietnamese sauce combines fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili peppers to create a harmonious balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors.

2. **Vegetable Spring Rolls:** For a vegetarian alternative, try these vegetable-packed spring rolls. Filled with an assortment of colorful vegetables, such as carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers, and bean sprouts, these rolls offer a healthy and satisfying option.

3. **Thai Peanut Sauce:** If you prefer a creamy and nutty dipping sauce, this Thai peanut sauce is an excellent choice. Made with peanut butter, coconut milk, lime juice, and a touch of chili paste, this sauce adds a rich and velvety texture to your spring rolls.

4. **Baked Crab and Shrimp Spring Rolls:** For a healthier take on this classic dish, try baking your spring rolls instead of frying them. This method results in a crispy exterior and a succulent filling without the added oil.

5. **Crab Rangoon:** Indulge in these delectable deep-fried crab Rangoon wontons. Filled with a creamy mixture of crab meat, cream cheese, and seasonings, these wontons are a popular appetizer in American-Chinese cuisine.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB SUMMER ROLLS



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 summer rolls

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon garlic chili paste, such as sriracha
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
2 cups cooked rice sticks/noodles (about 2 ounces)
1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
6 sheets rice paper wrappers
1/2 cup fresh cilantro sprigs
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
1 cup lump crabmeat
1 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and cut into thin strips

Steps:

  • For the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, tamari, chili paste, ginger and 1 tablespoon water. Set aside to let the flavors marry for about 10 minutes.
  • For the rolls: Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, toss the rice noodles with the sesame oil.
  • Fill a pie pan with warm tap water. Working with one wrapper at a time, soak the rice paper in the warm water for about 30 seconds or until pliable. Lay a few pieces of cilantro and basil across the center of the wrapper. Top the herbs with some crab, followed by some of the red pepper and cucumber. Top with approximately 1/3 cup of the dressed rice noodles. Roll the edge closest to you over the filling, pulling tightly. Fold in the ends and continue to roll to seal. Store on a tray with a damp paper towel. Continue with the remaining wrappers and filling. Serve with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 1 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 2 milligrams, Sodium 546 milligrams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 3 grams

VIETNAMESE FRESH SPRING ROLLS



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These spring rolls are a refreshing change from the usual fried variety, and have become a family favorite. They are great as a cool summertime appetizer, and are delicious dipped in one or both of the sauces.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

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

Steps:

  • Bring a medium saucepan of water to boil. Boil rice vermicelli 3 to 5 minutes, or until al dente, and drain.
  • Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one wrapper into the hot water for 1 second to soften. Lay wrapper flat. In a row across the center, place 2 shrimp halves, a handful of vermicelli, basil, mint, cilantro and lettuce, leaving about 2 inches uncovered on each side. Fold uncovered sides inward, then tightly roll the wrapper, beginning at the end with the lettuce. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, mix the fish sauce, water, lime juice, garlic, sugar and chili sauce.
  • In another small bowl, mix the hoisin sauce and peanuts.
  • Serve rolled spring rolls with the fish sauce and hoisin sauce mixtures.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 305.4 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

SPICY CRAB SPRING ROLLS



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This is a cross between a spicy sushi crab roll and a spring roll. Quick and easy to make with fresh ingredients. Also good with shrimp instead of crab. Serve with ponzu or sweet chile sauce for dipping.

Provided by Christy Blaker

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup imitation crabmeat
1 ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce, or to taste
4 rice paper wrappers
⅓ English cucumber, cut into matchsticks
1 carrot, cut into matchsticks
½ ripe avocado, sliced lengthwise into 8 pieces
1 green onion, cut into matchsticks

Steps:

  • Shred crabmeat using 2 forks or in a food processor.
  • Mix crabmeat, mayonnaise, and sriracha sauce together in a small bowl.
  • Fill a shallow bowl with hot water to a depth of 2 inches. Dip 1 rice paper wrapper in the water for a few seconds to soften; set on a wooden cutting board or a clean, moist dish towel. Layer 1/4 of the cucumber, carrot, avocado, crabmeat mixture, and green onion in the bottom third of the rice paper.
  • Pull bottom of the rice paper over the filling, using your fingers to prevent it from spilling out the sides. Fold opposing edges of the rice paper to overlap the filling; roll up tightly towards the top. Place roll seam-side down on a plate. Repeat with remaining rice papers and cucumber, carrot, avocado, crabmeat mixture, and green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 367.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

FRESH SHRIMP SPRING ROLLS



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Savory fresh shrimp spring rolls with tangy dipping sauce.

Provided by Anil Goklaney

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 1h10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ounces uncooked bean threads (cellophane noodles)
2 tablespoons oil, or more as needed
8 ounces tofu, drained and sliced into strips
8 rice paper sheets
1 bunch fresh basil
⅓ cup fresh cilantro
1 cup bean sprouts
1 cucumber, peeled and julienned
1 medium carrot, peeled and julienned
1 cup shredded lettuce
½ cup chopped onion
16 cooked small peeled and deveined shrimp
2 ounces sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Cover noodles with boiling water for 20 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add tofu strips; pan-fry until golden, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Remove from heat and let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Fill a large bowl with hot water. Dip one sheet of rice paper in the water for 20 seconds, then lay flat. Place 2 basil leaves, 2 cilantro leaves, 3 to 4 bean sprouts, a small handful of cucumber, carrot, lettuce, and onion, 2 shrimp, and 1 strip of tofu in rows across the middle of the rice paper. Fold the wrapper at both ends and roll tightly. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • Combine chili sauce, soy sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl for dipping sauce. Serve with spring rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471.5 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 905.2 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

RICE PAPER ROLLS WITH SHRIMP AND FRESH HERBS



Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Fresh Herbs image

A quick and simple way to make Thai-style rice paper rolls at home.

Provided by WYERA

Categories     Wraps and Rolls Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

¼ (8 ounce) package dried rice vermicelli noodles
40 medium (blank)s cooked and peeled shrimp
24 medium (blank)s rice paper sheets
1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
1 medium mango, sliced
1 (8.5 ounce) package Asian slaw mix
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1 bunch mint, finely chopped
1 bunch Thai basil, chopped
3 tablespoons mirin
1 tablespoon tamari
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Remove from the heat and add vermicelli noodles. Let noodles soak until they're tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and let cool, about 10 minutes.
  • Slice shrimp in half lengthwise.
  • Place a rice paper sheet in hot water for about 4 seconds. Remove, shake off excess water, and transfer to a clean, flat surface. Starting with the shrimp, layer the other roll ingredients carefully at the top of the wrapper (leaving about 2/3 of the wrapper below the contents). Fold the left and right edges in and over the filling. Starting from the top, fold the wrap tightly.
  • Repeat the wetting, filling, and wrapping process to make remaining rolls until out of ingredients.
  • Mix mirin, tamari, rice vinegar, ginger, and sesame oil for sauce together in a small, resealable container. Seal and shake well. Pour into a dipping dish and serve with rolls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 129.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

  • To make the spring rolls easier to roll, soak the rice paper in warm water for about 10 seconds until it becomes pliable.
  • Use a variety of fillings to create different flavor combinations. Some popular options include cooked shrimp, crab, chicken, tofu, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Be careful not to overfill the spring rolls, or they will be difficult to roll and seal.
  • To ensure that the spring rolls are crispy, fry them in hot oil until they are golden brown.
  • Serve the spring rolls with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as sweet and sour sauce, chili sauce, or fish sauce.

Conclusion:

Crab and shrimp spring rolls in rice paper are a delicious and healthy appetizer or snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fillings to choose from and a crispy, flavorful exterior, these spring rolls are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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