Fresh Prawn Rolls Recipe
Light and refreshing fresh prawn rolls.
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Ingredients
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Fresh Prawn Rolls Ingredients
Method
Directions for Fresh Prawn Rolls
- 1
Prepare the Rice Vermicelli
Cook the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water, then set aside.
- 2
Cook the Prawns
In a pot of boiling water, cook the fresh prawns for about 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Drain and let them cool.
- 3
Prepare the Filling
Gather the mint leaves, cilantro leaves, lettuce leaves, cucumber, and carrot for rolling.
- 4
Assemble the Rolls
Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10-15 seconds until it softens. Lay it flat on a clean surface. Place a lettuce leaf, a small portion of rice vermicelli, a few prawns, mint, cilantro, cucumber, and carrot in the center of the wrapper.
- 5
Roll the Wrapper
Fold the sides of the wrapper over the filling, then roll from the bottom up to enclose the filling tightly. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and ingredients.
- 6
Serve
Serve the fresh prawn rolls with lime wedges and your choice of dipping sauce.
