Summer roll

Okay, here’s a little about summer rolls and a recipe to make them:

Summer Rolls: A Refreshing Delight

Summer rolls, also known as spring rolls, are incredibly refreshing and light Vietnamese appetizers. They’re filled with a vibrant combination of fresh herbs, crisp vegetables, and often, delicious protein like shrimp or tofu. Served with a dipping sauce, they’re a perfect treat on a hot day!

Recipe: Fresh Summer Rolls (Gỏi cuốn)

Yields: About 8-10 rolls
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 5-10 minutes (for protein, if using)

Ingredients:

• For the Rolls:
  • 12-16 Rice Paper Wrappers (Bánh tráng) – look for good quality ones
  • 4 oz Cooked Shrimp, peeled, deveined, and halved lengthwise (or cooked tofu, sliced vermicelli noodles, grilled chicken, etc.)
  • 1/2 cup Rice Vermicelli Noodles (cooked and cooled)
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Thai Basil Leaves (optional, but highly recommended)
  • 1/2 cup Bean Sprouts
  • 1/2 cup shredded Carrot
  • 1/2 cup Cucumber, cut into matchsticks
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lettuce Leaves (Romaine or Butter Lettuce), separated into leaves
• For the Dipping Sauce (Nước chấm):
  • 3 tablespoons Fish Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 4 tablespoons Warm Water
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1/2 small Red Chili, finely chopped (optional, for heat)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dipping Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and warm water until the sugar is dissolved. Add minced garlic and chili if using. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice all the vegetables and herbs as indicated above. Have your dipping sauce ready.

3. Assemble the Rolls:

   • Fill a shallow dish or plate with warm water.
   • Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for about 5-10 seconds, until it becomes pliable. Don’t oversoak – it will continue to soften as you work.
   • Lay the softened rice paper flat on a clean work surface.
   • Layering: Starting at one corner, layer the ingredients in this order: lettuce leaf, rice noodles, shrimp (or protein), bean sprouts, carrots, cucumber, herbs (mint, cilantro, Thai basil). Don’t overfill!
   • Roll: Fold the bottom edge of the rice paper up and over the filling. Fold in the sides, then tightly roll upwards, like a burrito.
4. Repeat: Repeat the process with the remaining rice paper wrappers and ingredients.

5. Serve: Serve the summer rolls immediately with the dipping sauce. They are best eaten fresh.

Tips for Success:

• Don’t Overfill: Overfilled rolls are difficult to roll and are more likely to tear.
• Work Quickly: Rice paper dries out quickly, so work efficiently.
• Warm Water is Key: Warm water makes the rice paper more pliable.
• Enjoy!

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