SOFT ASIAN SUMMER ROLLS WITH SWEET AND SAVORY DIPPING SAUCE

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Soft Asian Summer Rolls with Sweet and Savory Dipping Sauce image

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ounces Vietnamese or Thai rice noodles
6 rice paper rounds
1/4 cup, or 12 fresh Thai basil leaves (or regular basil leaves), rinsed and dried
6 medium shrimp, cooked and halved
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/2 cup, or 12 whole large fresh mint leaves, rinsed and dried
3 red-leaf lettuce leaves, leaves, spines removed, leaving 6 halves
Vinegar Dipping Sauce, recipe follows
1 tablespoon sugar
2 teaspoons warm water
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon chili sauce (recommended: Sriracha)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon fish sauce or low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon finely shredded carrot
1 scallion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil and cook rice noodles according to package directions. Drain, rinse and cool (makes about 2 cups).
  • Line up ingredients in small bowls before beginning to make rolls. Fill a large bowl or saucepan with very warm water. Place a rice paper round in the hot water. Soak for between 30 seconds and 1 minute, or until rice round is pliable and pattern on the round is barely visible. Remove and place on a clean, slightly damp kitchen towel.
  • Place 2 basil leaves on the inner edge of the rice round, about 1-inch from the edge and leaving about 1-inch on each side. Top with approximately 1/4 cup cooked rice noodles. Place 2 shrimp halves on top. Top with about 2 tablespoons carrots, then 2 leaves of mint. Fold 1 piece of lettuce leaf and place on top of pile. Bring the edge over filling and tuck underneath. As you continue to roll, fold in the sides. Finish rolling, repeat with the other rolls, and reserve under a damp cloth or paper towel. When ready to serve, slice in half and serve, cut ends up, with dipping sauce.
  • Dissolve sugar in warm water, combine with other ingredients, and chill until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calorie, Fat 0 grams, Cholesterol 9 milligrams, Sodium 100 milligrams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 3 grams

Ayden Menzel
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This recipe is a new favorite in my house. It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


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I could eat these summer rolls every day. They're so fresh, flavorful, and addictive.


Roger Fee
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My kids love these summer rolls. They're a fun and healthy snack that they can help me make.


Giuseppe Buccellato
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I used gluten-free rice paper wrappers and the summer rolls turned out great. They're a delicious and gluten-free meal.


Benjamin Benjo
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I'm a vegetarian and I love these summer rolls. They're packed with fresh vegetables and the dipping sauce is amazing.


Tayyab Niazi
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I added a little bit of chili sauce to the dipping sauce for a bit of heat. It was delicious!


malik noman
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My family loves these summer rolls. They're a healthy and delicious meal that everyone can enjoy.


beccy newsham
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These summer rolls are so quick and easy to make. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a last-minute lunch.


Juwel Rana
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The combination of flavors in these summer rolls is amazing. The sweet and savory dipping sauce is the perfect complement to the fresh and crunchy vegetables.


LIAQAT ALI KHAN BUNER
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These summer rolls are perfect for a party appetizer. They're easy to make ahead of time and they're always a hit with guests.


Sushil Mallathakuri
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These summer rolls are a great way to get your daily dose of veggies. They're also low in calories and fat, so they're a perfect meal for those who are watching their weight.


Lorraine Martinez
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I'm new to cooking Asian food, but these summer rolls were easy to make and turned out great! The dipping sauce is especially delicious.


md robel
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I've made these rolls several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit. Thanks for the great recipe!


Mohammad abuzeyadeh
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These summer rolls were a hit at my party! They're so fresh and flavorful, and the dipping sauce is perfect. I'll definitely be making these again.