Fresh Thai Summer Roll Recipe
with shrimp in a tamarind sauce
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Ingredients
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Fresh Thai Summer Roll Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shrimp
In a pot of boiling water, cook the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Noodles
In a separate pot, boil water and add the rice vermicelli noodles. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until tender, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- 3
Make the Tamarind Sauce
In a bowl, mix the tamarind paste, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, minced garlic, and chili flakes until well combined.
- 4
Assemble the Rolls
Soak a rice paper wrapper in warm water for 10-15 seconds until soft. Lay it flat on a clean surface. Place a lettuce leaf, a small amount of rice noodles, shrimp, carrot, cucumber, mint, and cilantro in the center. Fold the sides over and roll tightly from the bottom up.
- 5
Serve
Place the rolls on a serving plate and serve with the tamarind sauce for dipping.