Description
Delicious fresh spring rolls filled with seasoned lean ground beef and fresh herbs, perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small shallot (finely chopped)
- 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7 or 95/5)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or 1 minced Thai chili
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves (chopped)
- 8 to 10 rice paper wrappers
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion (optional)
- 1/4 cup julienned carrots or cucumbers (optional)
- 1/4 cup dipping sauce (soy-lime or chili-garlic blend)
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, sautéing for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
- Add lean ground beef to the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until completely browned and no pink remains.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Let the mixture simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Add fresh lime juice and chopped Thai basil, stirring to combine. Immediately remove from heat to preserve the bright color and fresh flavor of the basil.
- Let the beef filling cool for at least 10 minutes while you set up your rolling station. Fill a large shallow plate or bowl with warm water.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for 5 to 10 seconds until it begins to soften but still has slight firmness. Place on a clean, damp kitchen towel or cutting board.
- Place 2 to 3 tablespoons of beef filling near the bottom third of the rice paper, then add your choice of fresh mint, cilantro, green onion, and julienned vegetables.
- Fold the bottom edge of the rice paper up and over the filling, tuck in both sides tightly, then roll forward firmly but gently to create a compact cylinder.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling, keeping finished rolls under a damp towel to prevent them from drying out.
- Slice each roll in half at a slight diagonal using a sharp, slightly wet knife. Serve immediately with dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- These spring rolls are best served fresh but can be made in advance. Keep covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
- Customize with your favorite fresh herbs and veggies.
- Pair with a flavorful dipping sauce for added taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Rolling
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg