Vegetarian Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Miso-Ginger Dipping Sauce

Allergens

Contains no common allergens unless specified.

Ingredients

• 12 large rice paper wrappers (banh trang) 1 cup fresh bean sprouts 1 small cucumber, julienned 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 small carrot, julienned 2 cups mixed lettuce leaves (romaine, iceberg) 1 cup fresh basil leaves (Thai or sweet basil) 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped 3 oz rice vermicelli, cooked and drained Miso
• Ginger Dipping Sauce: 1/4 cup white miso paste 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar 1 teaspoon soy sauce (use tamari for gluten
• free) 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) Water, as needed to adjust consistency

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the Miso Ginger Dipping Sauce. In a small bowl, combine miso paste, rice vinegar, grated ginger, honey or agave nectar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili flakes (if using). Whisk until smooth, adding water as needed to achieve the desired consistency. Set aside. Next, fill a large bowl with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for a few seconds, then transfer it to a clean work surface. Allow the rice paper to soften slightly. To assemble each roll, place a small handful of bean sprouts in the center of the rice paper. Top with cucumber, bell peppers, carrot, lettuce leaves, basil leaves, and a small portion of cooked vermicelli. Sprinkle with roasted peanuts. Gently fold the bottom edge of the rice paper over the filling, then tightly roll the wrapper towards you, tucking in the sides as you go. Repeat this process for the remaining wrappers and ingredients. Slice each roll in half on a diagonal, and arrange them on a serving platter. Serve immediately with Miso Ginger Dipping Sauce on the side.

Chef’s Insight

The key to perfect summer rolls is in the assembly; be sure to add ample filling while leaving enough rice paper to fold and seal the roll tightly.

Notes

Adjust the chili flakes in the dipping sauce according to your desired spice level.