Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
4 unit

vermicelli

cooked

1 cup

napa cabbage

shredded

1 unit

carrot

finely shredded

0.33 cup

honey-roasted peanuts

chopped

3 tbsp

cilantro

snipped

1 tbsp

mint

snipped

1 tbsp

fish sauce

oriental

2 tsp

cooking oil

1 tsp

sesame oil

toasted

0.5 tsp

red pepper flakes

crushed

12 unit

rice paper sheets

0.33 cup

hoisin sauce

0.25 cup

plum sauce

0.25 cup

water

Step 1
~3 min

Boil vermicelli noodles for 2 minutes until limp.

Step 2
~3 min

Drain and rinse with cold water.

Step 3
~3 min

Chop vermicelli into short pieces.

Step 4
~3 min

Combine vermicelli, cabbage, carrot, and peanuts in a large bowl.

Step 5
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine cilantro, mint, fish sauce or soy sauce, cooking oil, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the sauce mixture to the noodle mixture and toss thoroughly.

Step 7
~3 min

Pour warm water into a large shallow dish.

Step 8
~3 min

Dip 1-2 rice paper sheets into the warm water, shaking off excess.

Step 9
~3 min

Place wet rice papers between damp cotton kitchen towels.

Step 10
~3 min

Spoon 3 tablespoons of noodle mixture onto each rice paper, just below the center.

Step 11
~3 min

Tightly roll from the bottom, tucking in sides.

Step 12
~3 min

Repeat with remaining ingredients, covering rolls to prevent drying.

Step 13
~3 min

Combine hoisin sauce, plum sauce, and water for the dipping sauce.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve spring rolls with dipping sauce.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't oversoak the rice paper, it will become too sticky.

Keep the finished rolls covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.

Add cooked shrimp or tofu for extra protein.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped ahead and assembled just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Pair with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Asian Slaw
Peanut Sauce Noodles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Vietnam

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and appetizer in Vietnamese cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Potluck
Summer
Lunch
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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