Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
16 unit

rice paper

rounds

8 leaves

lettuce

washed, dried and torn

2 cup

rice vermicelli

cooked, rinsed and drained

1 cup

carrots

shredded peeled

0.5 cup

mint leaves

fresh

0.5 cup

Thai basil leaves

fresh

0.5 cup

cilantro leaves

fresh

32 slice

pork

cooked

32 slice

shrimp

poached or grilled, split

0.5 cup

fish sauce

1 tbsp

sugar

to taste

1 tbsp

fresh ginger

peeled and minced

1 tsp

Vietnamese chili-garlic paste

to taste

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

black pepper

to taste

1 unit

lime

wedges

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare all ingredients: Wash and chop lettuce, cook and drain rice vermicelli, shred carrots, and prepare herbs.

Step 2
~2 min

Cook pork or shrimp as per recipe.

Step 3
~2 min

Prepare dipping sauce by combining fish sauce, sugar, ginger, chili-garlic paste, and water.

Key Technique: Dipping
Step 4
~2 min

Adjust seasoning of dipping sauce with salt and pepper to taste.

Key Technique: Dipping
Step 5
~2 min

Dip a sheet of rice paper partially into hot water for a few seconds to soften.

Step 6
~2 min

Flip the rice paper and dip remaining section, then lay on a damp towel.

Step 7
~2 min

On the bottom third of the softened rice paper, spread lettuce, noodles, carrots, herbs, and pork or shrimp.

Step 8
~2 min

Fold up the bottom edge to cover the filling.

Step 9
~2 min

Fold in the sides.

Step 10
~2 min

Roll tightly to form a roll.

Step 11
~2 min

Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Step 12
~2 min

Serve rolls immediately, or refrigerate lightly covered for up to 2 hours.

Step 13
~2 min

Cut each roll into 2 or 3 pieces before serving with dipping sauce and lime wedges.

Key Technique: Dipping

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Don't oversoak the rice paper, or it will become too sticky and difficult to handle.

Make sure all ingredients are well-drained to prevent the rolls from becoming soggy.

Prepare the dipping sauce ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dipping sauce can be made ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as an appetizer or light lunch.

Pair with a refreshing Vietnamese salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vietnamese Salad
Peanut Sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Vietnam

Cultural Significance

A popular dish often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Lunar New Year (Tet)
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Lunch
Dinner
Snack

Popularity Score

75/100

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