Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 oz

vermicelli noodles

soaked

2 unit

carrots

cut into strips

1 cup

rice wine vinegar

1 tbsp

sugar

1 tsp

vegetable oil

2 tsp

fresh ginger

grated

0.5 cup

unsalted peanuts

finely chopped

0.5 cup

hoisin sauce

12 unit

rice paper sheets

halved

7 oz

barbecued pork

chopped

2 cup

cabbage

finely sliced

2 unit

cucumber

cut into strips

1 bunch

mint

leaves picked

1 bunch

cilantro

leaves picked

1 bunch

chinese garlic chives

trimmed and sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Place vermicelli noodles in a heatproof bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Pour boiling water over noodles to cover.

Step 3
~2 min

Let stand for 10 minutes until tender.

Step 4
~2 min

Drain noodles well.

Step 5
~2 min

Mix carrots, rice wine vinegar, and sugar in a small bowl until sugar dissolves.

Step 6
~2 min

Set aside the carrot mixture.

Step 7
~2 min

Heat vegetable oil in a small saucepan on medium heat.

Step 8
~2 min

Add grated ginger to the saucepan and cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 9
~2 min

Add chopped peanuts to the saucepan and cook for 1 minute until lightly toasted.

Step 10
~2 min

Stir in hoisin sauce and 1/3 cup water.

Step 11
~2 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 12
~2 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1-2 minutes, until the sauce thickens.

Step 13
~2 min

Pour the dipping sauce into a dipping bowl.

Key Technique: Dipping
Step 14
~2 min

Top the sauce with additional grated ginger.

Step 15
~2 min

Set aside the dipping sauce.

Key Technique: Dipping
Step 16
~2 min

Dip half a sheet of rice paper into a bowl of warm water until softened.

Step 17
~2 min

Place the softened rice paper flat on a clean tea towel, round edge facing you.

Step 18
~2 min

Drain the carrot mixture.

Step 19
~2 min

Arrange 2 strips of carrot in the center of the rice paper, leaving a 3/4-inch border at the round edge.

Step 20
~2 min

Top with 1 tablespoon each of barbecued pork or duck, noodles, and cabbage.

Step 21
~2 min

Add a cucumber strip and some herbs (mint and cilantro).

Step 22
~2 min

Fold the round edge of the rice paper over the filling.

Step 23
~2 min

Roll up the rice paper from one side, leaving the top end open.

Step 24
~2 min

Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Step 25
~2 min

Serve the rice paper rolls with the dipping sauce.

Key Technique: Dipping

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't oversoak the rice paper, as it can become too sticky and difficult to work with.

Make sure to drain the noodles and vegetables well before assembling the rolls.

You can customize the fillings with your favorite vegetables and protein.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a few hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Great for picnics or parties.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green papaya salad
Vietnamese spring rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Common street food and appetizer in Vietnam.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Picnic
Party
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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