Vietnamese Shrimp Rolls with Cashew Dipping Sauce 🍤🥢
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Description:
Deliciously fresh and healthy, these Vietnamese shrimp rolls are served with a tangy cashew dipping sauce, or Hoisin sauce if preferred, making them a delightful appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Soy sauce | 6 tbsp |
| Sugar | 1 1/2 tbsp |
| Green onion | 1/2 cup |
| Salt | 1 tsp |
| Pepper | 1/4 tsp |
| Baby shrimp | 1 cup |
| Carrot | 1 |
| Fresh cilantro leaves | 1/4 cup |
| Fresh mint leaves | 1/4 cup |
| Alfalfa sprouts | 1/2 cup |
| Lettuce | 1/2 head |
| Mayonnaise | 1/4 cup |
| Thai red curry paste | 1/2 tbsp |
| Lime juice | 2 tbsp |
| Water | 3/4 cup |
| Cashews | 1 cup |
| Creamy peanut butter | 2 tbsp |
| Fresh lime juice | 1 tbsp |
| Ginger | 1 tsp |
| Red pepper flakes | 1 – 3 tsp |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Gather all the ingredients needed for the rolls and dipping sauce.
- If using, combine mayonnaise, Thai red curry paste, lime juice, and water. Mix well and refrigerate.
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Cook rice vermicelli according to package instructions, then rinse with cold water and chop into 2-3 inch lengths.
- Soak dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 30 minutes. Drain and thinly slice.
- Cook shiitake mushrooms in reserved liquid until tender. Season with soy sauce and sugar. Set aside to cool.
- Mix rice wine vinegar, salt, and pepper with green onions. Set aside.
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Assemble Rolls:
- Lay out all ingredients including shrimp, shredded carrot, cilantro, mint, alfalfa sprouts, and lettuce.
- Fill a shallow casserole dish with warm water. Dip rice wrappers one at a time until pliable, then drain on paper towels.
- Spread mayonnaise mixture (if using) on the lower third of each rice wrapper.
- Layer noodles, shrimp, mushrooms, green onions, carrot, cilantro, mint, alfalfa, and lettuce on top.
- Roll the wrapper tightly from the bottom, folding in the sides as you go.
- Place finished rolls seam-side down on a serving plate and cover with a damp paper towel to keep moist.
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Slice and Serve:
- Diagonally slice each roll in half before serving.
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Prepare Cashew Dipping Sauce:
- Toast cashews in a preheated 400°F oven until golden, then finely chop.
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Mix well and adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Add red pepper flakes according to preference.
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Enjoy:
- Serve the rolls with the homemade cashew dipping sauce or a diluted mixture of hoisin sauce and water.
These Vietnamese shrimp rolls with cashew dipping sauce are a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for any gathering or as a light meal option. Enjoy the freshness and crunchiness of the rolls along with the tangy sweetness of the dipping sauce!
