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Ingredients
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Vegetable Spring Rolls
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Start by gathering all the fresh vegetables and herbs. Rinse them under cold water and dry thoroughly.
- 2
Julienne the Vegetables
Using a sharp knife, julienne the carrot, cucumber, and red bell pepper into thin strips. Shred the red cabbage and set all the vegetables aside.
- 3
Soften Rice Paper Wrappers
Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Take one rice paper wrapper and dip it into the water for about 10-15 seconds, or until it becomes soft and pliable. Remove and lay it flat on a clean surface.
- 4
Assemble the Spring Roll
Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom third of the softened rice paper. Add a handful of julienned vegetables (carrot, cucumber, red bell pepper, red cabbage) and a few leaves of cilantro and mint on top of the lettuce.
- 5
Roll the Spring Roll
Carefully fold the sides of the rice paper over the filling, then roll from the bottom up, keeping it tight. Repeat with the remaining rice paper wrappers and filling.
- 6
Prepare the Dipping Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and chili sauce according to your taste preferences.
- 7
Serve
Cut each spring roll in half and serve with the dipping sauce on the side.