Description
Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a delightful fusion of flavors, bringing the vibrant essence of Thai street food to your home kitchen. These rolls are not only quick and easy to prepare but also versatile enough for a casual weeknight dinner or as an impressive appetizer for guests. Packed with lean ground beef, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, each bite bursts with savory goodness. Serve them with various dipping sauces for added excitement, making this dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 8 sheets rice paper wrappers
Instructions
- In a frying pan over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in soy sauce and hoisin sauce, mixing well.
- Add shredded carrots, chopped bell peppers, and fresh basil; combine thoroughly.
- Soak one rice paper wrapper in warm water for about 10-15 seconds until softened. Lay it flat on a clean surface.
- Place about 2 tablespoons of filling near one edge of the wrapper. Fold in the sides and roll tightly from the edge closest to you until completely wrapped.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with dipping sauces like sweet chili or soy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize the filling by swapping in your favorite vegetables or using ground turkey for a lighter option. Ensure the rice paper is not over-soaked to maintain its texture.