Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
10 unit

tiger shrimp

boiled, cleaned, halved

1 bundle

black rice vermicelli

boiled, rinsed

0.5 cup

jicama

julienned

12 leaves

Thai basil

fresh

12 leaves

mint

fresh

4 sprig

cilantro

fresh

0.5 pound

bean sprouts

fresh

3 leaves

green leaf lettuce

fresh

8 unit

rice paper wrappers

10-inch round

1 unit

hot water

for rice paper

8 ounce

hoisin sauce

2 tbsp

honey

Step 1
~3 min

Boil tiger shrimp for 3 minutes, then cool, clean, and halve lengthwise.

Step 2
~3 min

Boil black rice vermicelli for 7 minutes, rinse, and cool.

Step 3
~3 min

Julienne the jicama.

Step 4
~3 min

Dip each rice paper into hot water for approximately 10 seconds.

Step 5
~3 min

Lay two soaked rice papers slightly overlapping each other on a clean surface.

Step 6
~3 min

Place 5 shrimp halves in a line across the middle of the rice paper.

Step 7
~3 min

Add a thin line of black rice vermicelli on top of the shrimp.

Step 8
~3 min

Place 3 mint leaves, 3 Thai basil leaves, and 1 sprig of cilantro evenly on top of the shrimp and vermicelli.

Step 9
~3 min

Lay bean sprouts and lettuce in a line across the middle of the rice paper, slightly under the shrimp and vermicelli.

Step 10
~3 min

Fold the sides of the rice paper inward towards the middle, or roll from both the right and left sides.

Step 11
~3 min

Begin rolling from the bottom up, applying even pressure until you reach the top.

Key Technique: Rolling
Step 12
~3 min

Cut each roll into 1-inch rounds.

Step 13
~3 min

Combine honey and hoisin sauce in a mixing bowl until well combined.

Step 14
~3 min

Spoon a small amount of the honey-hoisin sauce onto each summer roll and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Do not oversoak the rice paper.

Use a damp towel to cover the rolls to prevent them from drying out.

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
Mild
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light meal.

Garnish with sesame seeds.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Peanut sauce
Spicy mayo

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Vietnam

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and appetizer.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year

Occasion Tags

party
summer
picnic

Popularity Score

75/100

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