Fresh Spring Rolls: Fried Tofu & Shrimp-Pork Version

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: cooked chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often more affordable.

rice vermicelli

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles lower carbs, while spaghetti is a cost-effective substitute.

mint leaves

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Cilantro offers a similar fresh flavor, while parsley is often less expensive.

carrots

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Bell peppers add crunch and color, while cabbage is budget-friendly.

Soak rice wrappers in warm water until pliable.

Lay the softened rice wrapper on a clean surface.

Place a few shrimps in the center of the rice wrapper.

Add a small handful of dried vermicelli noodles on top of the shrimp.

Layer lettuce, Thai basil, mint, and shredded carrots on top of the vermicelli.

Fold the bottom of the rice wrapper over the filling, tucking it in tightly.

Fold in the sides of the rice wrapper to enclose the filling.

Roll the rice wrapper away from you to form a tight cylinder.

Repeat with remaining ingredients until all are rolled.

Serve immediately with hoisin-peanut dipping sauce.

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