Teresa's Recipes
Crispy Vegetable Spring Rolls
Bite into the taste of spring with these Crispy Vegetable Spring Rolls. Packed with a rainbow of fresh, vibrant vegetables and vermicelli noodles, these rolls are a flavor explosion wrapped in a delicate rice paper envelope. They are served alongside a homemade, tangy peanut dipping sauce that perfectly complements the freshness of the rolls. Originating from Southeast Asia, spring rolls are a staple in many Asian cuisines and are traditionally enjoyed during the springtime celebrations, hence their name. This recipe captures the essence of this cultural tradition, bringing a piece of Southeast Asia right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Peanut butter
- 1 cup Cooked vermicelli noodles
- 1/2 cup Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1/2 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup, julienned Red cabbage
- 1 whole, julienned Bell pepper
- 1 whole, julienned Cucumber
- 2 whole, julienned Carrots
- 12 pieces Rice paper wrappers
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 6g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the dipping sauce. In a small bowl, combine the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and water. Stir until the ingredients are well-blended and the sauce is smooth. Set aside.
- For the spring rolls, start by filling a large bowl with warm water. Gently dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for a few seconds until it becomes soft and pliable. Be careful not to soak it for too long or it might tear.
- Lay the softened rice paper wrapper on a clean, flat surface. In the center of the wrapper, arrange a handful of the julienned carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, red cabbage, mint leaves, cilantro leaves, and vermicelli noodles.
- Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling. Then carefully roll the wrapper from the bottom, tucking in the filling as you go, until the roll is completely enclosed.
- Repeat this process with the remaining rice paper wrappers and filling ingredients.
- Serve the fresh and crispy vegetable spring rolls with the homemade peanut dipping sauce and enjoy this flavorful Southeast Asian delicacy.