Description
A deep dive into the unique characteristics, ingredients, and cultural significance of spring rolls and Vietnamese rolls.
Ingredients
- Spring roll wrapper (flour-based)
- Vegetables (cabbage, bean sprouts)
- Pork or shrimp (for spring rolls)
- Rice paper (for Vietnamese rolls)
- Rice noodles
- Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro)
- Crisp vegetables (carrots, lettuce)
- Dipping sauces (sweet and sour, peanut, hoisin)
Instructions
- For spring rolls, combine finely chopped vegetables and meat, then wrap tightly in the flour-based wrapper.
- Fry the wrapped spring rolls until golden brown and crispy.
- For Vietnamese rolls, soak rice paper until pliable.
- Layer rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and herbs on the rice paper.
- Roll tightly to encase the fillings.
- Serve with dipping sauces.
Notes
Both rolls can be adapted to be vegetarian or vegan by using plant-based fillings.