Starters Recipe
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Ingredients
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Vegetable Spring Rolls
Dipping Sauce
Method
Vegetable Spring Rolls
Prepare the Rice Vermicelli
In a pot of boiling water, add the rice vermicelli noodles and cook according to package instructions until tender (about 3-5 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
Prepare the Vegetables
Julienne the carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Gather the fresh mint and cilantro leaves.
Soften the Rice Paper Wrappers
Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10-15 seconds until it softens. Remove and lay it flat on a clean surface.
Assemble the Spring Rolls
Place a small amount of each vegetable, a few mint and cilantro leaves, and a small amount of rice vermicelli in the center of the softened rice paper. Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly from the bottom up. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
Prepare the Peanut Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, peanut butter, water, lime juice, and sesame oil until smooth.
Dipping Sauce
Make the Dipping Sauce
In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and chili flakes until well combined.