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Creamy Vegetarian Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Spicy Peanut Sauce

A flavorful vietnamese snack perfect for vegetarian eaters - made for visual appeal and culinary depth.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total) - Prep Time: 20 minutes - Cook Time: 5 minutes - Total Time: 25 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Vietnamese

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

  • Rice paper wrappers (20 pieces)
  • Rice vermicelli noodles (1 package)
  • Bean sprouts (1 cup)
  • Carrots (2 medium, julienned)
  • Red bell pepper (1, thinly sliced)
  • Cucumber (1, thinly sliced)
  • Avocado (2, sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro leaves (1/2 cup)
  • Mint leaves (1/2 cup)
  • Spicy peanut sauce (recipe below)

Instructions

  1. a. Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water for 30 seconds until softened. Place on a clean, damp cloth. b. Cook rice vermicelli noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. c. Assemble summer rolls: Place a soaked wrapper on a flat surface. Add a handful of noodles, followed by bean sprouts, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, avocado, cilantro, and mint leaves. d. Roll the summer roll tightly, tucking in the sides as you go. Repeat with remaining ingredients. e. Serve rolls with spicy peanut sauce for dipping.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect summer rolls is balancing the flavors and textures, from the crunchy vegetables to the creamy avocado and slightly chewy rice noodles.

Notes

Adjust the spice level of the peanut sauce to your preference by adding more or less chili paste.

Cultural or Historical Background

Vietnamese summer rolls, also known as "Gỏi cuốn," have been a staple of Vietnamese cuisine for centuries and are traditionally served during festive occasions and family gatherings.