Bright, colorful, and bursting with fresh flavors, these Fresh Rice Paper Rolls are the perfect combination of light and satisfying. Packed with juicy shrimp, crisp julienned vegetables, fragrant herbs like mint and cilantro, and tender rice vermicelli noodles, each roll is wrapped in delicate, translucent rice paper for a visually stunning presentation. Ideal as a healthy appetizer or light meal, these no-cook Vietnamese-inspired rolls are perfectly paired with a rich hoisin-peanut dipping sauce for an irresistible savory-sweet balance. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for entertaining or enjoying a quick, wholesome bite at home. Discover how to create restaurant-quality rice paper rolls that are as fun to make as they are to eat!
Prepare the rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, usually by soaking them in hot water for 3-5 minutes until tender, then draining and setting aside.
Fill a shallow dish or pie plate with warm water. This will be used to soak the rice paper sheets.
Working one at a time, dip a rice paper sheet into the warm water for about 10-15 seconds, until pliable but not overly soft. Carefully transfer to a clean, damp tea towel or surface.
Arrange a piece of lettuce on the lower third of the rice paper. Place 2 pieces of shrimp along the center, followed by a small handful of the prepared rice noodles, a few strips of carrot and cucumber, fresh mint leaves, and cilantro.
Fold the sides of the rice paper over the filling, then roll it tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling completely. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Place each completed roll under a damp cloth to keep them moist until all are finished.
Make the dipping sauce by combining the hoisin sauce with a small amount of warm water to reach a smooth consistency, then sprinkle with crushed peanuts.
Serve the rice paper rolls fresh with the hoisin-peanut dipping sauce on the side.
Serving size | 2160 grams (2160.0g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1494 |
Total Fat 16.10g | 21% |
Saturated Fat 2.30g | 12% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.10g | |
Cholesterol 342mg | 114% |
Sodium 2754mg | 120% |
Total Carbohydrate 283.20g | 103% |
Dietary Fiber 28.20g | 101% |
Total Sugars 42.20g | |
Protein 81.50g | 163% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 727mg | 56% |
Iron 15mg | 84% |
Potassium 6193mg | 132% |
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