Fresh Spring Rolls (Easy Vietnamese Summer Rolls)

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Fresh Spring Rolls (Easy Vietnamese Summer Rolls)

Vietnamese Summer Rolls - Goi Cuon are a staple appetizer at Asian restaurants and with a little practice can be made at home any time the craving hits.

Prep

30 min

Cook

Total

30 min

Serves

4

Instructions

  1. 01

    Bring enough water to cover the vermicelli noodles to a boil over high heat.

  2. 02

    Plunge noodles into the boiling water to cover; remove from heat and let sit 6 to 8 minutes until softened.

  3. 03

    Rinse thoroughly under cold running water. Set aside.

  4. 04

    Arrange all ingredients in small bowls.

  5. 05

    Fill a shallow pan with very hot water.

  6. 06

    Dip one rice paper sheet into the hot water.

  7. 07

    Turn gently for 20 to 30 seconds until just softened.

  8. 08

    Shake off excess water and place on a flat surface.

  9. 09

    Do not oversoak. The rice paper continues softening after removal.

  10. 10

    Place 2 shrimp halves pink side down in the lower third of the wrapper.

  11. 11

    Add about 1/4 cup vermicelli noodles.

  12. 12

    Top with carrot, bean sprouts, mint, cilantro, and scallions.

  13. 13

    Fold bottom edge over filling.

  14. 14

    Fold sides inward.

  15. 15

    Roll tightly into a cylinder.

  16. 16

    Repeat to make 8 Vietnamese summer rolls.

Nutrition

per serving · 1 roll

Calories
126
Protein
11.3g
Carbs
10g
Fat
4.9g
Fiber
1.1g
Sugar
2.1g
Sat. fat
1.1g
Sodium
438mg
Cholesterol
68mg

Variations & swaps

Substitutions for Vietnamese Summer Rolls

  • Replace shrimp with thinly sliced roast pork.Use tofu for vegetarian summer rolls.Add lettuce for added crunch.Substitute Thai basil for mint for stronger herbal flavor.

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