Delicious Homemade Spring Rolls

Spring rolls are a fresh, light, and flavorful appetizer or snack that can be easily customized with your favorite fillings. They are perfect for parties, picnics, or a healthy snack. Here’s a recipe for delicious homemade spring rolls, complete with a savory dipping sauce.

Ingredients:

For the spring rolls:

• 12 spring roll wrappers (rice paper)
• 1 cup shredded carrots
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 1 cup cooked shrimp, sliced in half lengthwise (optional)
• 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
• 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 1 cucumber, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, julienned
• 1 avocado, sliced (optional)

For the dipping sauce:

• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• Water, to thin if necessary

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
   • Have all your filling ingredients prepped and ready to go, as spring rolls are easier to assemble when everything is laid out.
2. Assemble Spring Rolls:
   • Fill a shallow dish or large bowl with warm water. Dip one spring roll wrapper into the water for about 5-10 seconds until it becomes pliable but not too soft.
   • Lay the softened wrapper flat on a clean, damp kitchen towel or cutting board.
   • Place a small handful of each filling ingredient (carrots, cabbage, shrimp, noodles, herbs, cucumber, bell pepper, and avocado) on the lower third of the wrapper.
   • Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll it up tightly from the bottom, like a burrito. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and fillings.
3. Prepare Dipping Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger until smooth. If the sauce is too thick, add a little water to reach your desired consistency.
4. Serve:
   • Serve the spring rolls immediately with the dipping sauce on the side.

Tips:

• You can customize your spring rolls with any vegetables, proteins, or herbs you prefer.
• If you’re making them ahead of time, cover the assembled spring rolls with a damp paper towel and plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.
• The dipping sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Enjoy these fresh and flavorful homemade spring rolls as a delightful appetizer or light meal!

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