Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 oz

Rice Vermicelli

boiled

3 tbsp

Pureed Squeezable Garlic

pureed

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

2 tbsp

Hoisin Sauce

1.5 tbsp

Thai Kitchen Premium Fish Sauce

0.25 cup

Fresh Thai Basil

chopped

1 tbsp

Fresh Mint

chopped

1 tsp

Sesame Oil

1 tbsp

Ginger

chopped

1 tbsp

Soy Sauce

1 tsp

Red Pepper Flakes

1 tsp

Onion Powder

0.5 tsp

Black Pepper

1 cup

Shredded Cabbage

shredded

1 cup

Lettuce

shredded

1 cup

Bean Sprouts

1 cup

Cilantro

chopped

1 cup

Sliced Carrots

sliced

1 cup

Sliced Green Onion Tops

sliced

1 cup

Sliced Purple Onions

sliced

0.5 cup

Diakon Radishes

sliced

3 tbsp

Ginger

chopped

0.33 cup

Jalapeno Peppers

chopped

1 lb

Pre-Cooked Chilled Shrimp

chilled

12 unit

Spring Roll Wraps

1 bottle

Sweet Chili Sauce

1 bottle

Soy Sauce

1 bottle

Hoisin Sauce

1 bottle

Hot Mustard

Step 1
~3 min

Chop all vegetable ingredients and chill in the refrigerator until ready to assemble wraps.

Step 2
~3 min

Defrost shrimp and place in the refrigerator until ready to assemble wraps.

Step 3
~3 min

Boil rice vermicelli according to manufacturer directions, reducing boil time by one minute.

Step 4
~3 min

Strain water from vermicelli.

Step 5
~3 min

Combine pureed garlic, olive oil, hoisin sauce, fish sauce, Thai basil, mint, sesame oil, ginger, soy sauce, red pepper flakes, onion powder, and black pepper in the pot used for boiling vermicelli.

Step 6
~3 min

On low heat, add rice vermicelli to the sauce mixture and gently stir until well mixed.

Step 7
~3 min

Allow vermicelli to cool down slightly.

Step 8
~3 min

Heat a large plastic bowl with 2 inches of water in the microwave until hot.

Step 9
~3 min

Place one spring roll wrap in the hot water for 13 to 18 seconds.

Step 10
~3 min

Carefully remove the wrap and place it evenly on a cutting board.

Step 11
~3 min

Place seasoned rice vermicelli on the wrap and add cabbage, lettuce, bean sprouts, cilantro, carrots, green onion tops, purple onions, diakon radishes, jalapeno peppers, and shrimp.

Step 12
~3 min

Fold the bottom half of the wrap upwards over the vegetables, then fold the right and left sides inward.

Step 13
~3 min

Gently but snugly roll up the rest of the wrap until sealed.

Step 14
~3 min

Slightly wet down the wrap with hands after it's sealed and place on a non-stick surface or tinfoil.

Step 15
~3 min

Repeat this process for all 12 wraps.

Step 16
~3 min

Place all wraps on a serving plate covered with shredded cabbage or lettuce.

Step 17
~3 min

If stacking wraps, repeat the lettuce layer to prevent sticking.

Step 18
~3 min

Chill well until ready to serve.

Step 19
~3 min

Garnish wraps with leftover chopped vegetables and serve with soy sauce, peanut sauce, fish sauce, or Thai chili sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't oversoak the spring roll wrappers.

Use a variety of colorful vegetables for an appealing presentation.

Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled a few hours ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (garlic, fish sauce)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with peanut sauce, soy sauce, and sweet chili sauce.

Offer a variety of dipping sauces for different flavor preferences.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vietnamese Summer Rolls
Pho
Banh Mi

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Vietnam

Cultural Significance

A popular dish often served during family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year)

Occasion Tags

Party Appetizer
Summer Meal
Light Lunch
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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