Refreshing Spring Rolls: Easy to Make Asian Food Recipes

A Simple Guide to Easy to Make Asian Food Recipes: Spring Rolls

These spring rolls are a quick and healthy Asian recipe filled with fresh vegetables, shrimp or tofu, and perfect for lovers of light cuisine

Components:

• 10 rice paper sheets
• 200 g cooked shrimp or tofu for a vegetarian version
• 1/2 cucumber, cut into thin strips
• 2 carrots, cut into thin strips
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 handful of shredded lettuce
• A few sprigs of fresh mint
• A few sprigs of fresh coriander
• Soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or peanut sauce for dipping

Instructions:

1. Prepare the components:
   • Wash and prepare all the vegetables: cut the cucumber, avocado, and carrots into thin strips.
   • If using shrimp, cut them in half lengthwise.
2. Soak the rice papers:
   • Fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip each rice paper sheet for about 10 to 15 seconds until it becomes soft.
3. Assemble the rolls:
   • Place the soaked rice paper on a clean, flat surface.
   • In the center, add a bit of lettuce, followed by the cucumber, carrots, avocado, shrimp (or tofu), and fresh herbs.
   • Fold the sides of the rice paper toward the center, then roll tightly but gently to form the roll. Make sure the filling is tightly secured inside.
4. Serve:
   • Serve immediately, or cover the rolls with plastic wrap to keep them fresh.
   • Serve with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or peanut sauce for dipping.

Tips:

You can add other ingredients like bean sprouts, slices of bell pepper, or radishes for extra crunch.