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How to Make Spring Rolls - A Chinese New Year Recipe from Heifer International

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Vegetable Spring Rolls

Cultural Context

Vegetable spring rolls, originating from Vietnam, are a staple in Asian cuisine, often enjoyed as a fresh appetizer or snack. They symbolize the abundance of fresh vegetables and herbs in Vietnamese cooking, reflecting the country's emphasis on balance and health. Today, they are popular worldwide, with variations that include different proteins or sauces, appealing to diverse palates.

VietnameseVNappetizer
45 min
easy
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup celery, chopped
2 cups carrots, julienned
1 cup onions, chopped
2 cups cabbage, shredded
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 large egg
3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

rice paper wrappers

🥗Healthier: lettuce leaves

💰Cheaper: tortilla wraps

Lettuce leaves reduce calories and add crunch.

vermicelli noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles lower carbs while maintaining texture.

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in saturated fat.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: coconut aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar flavor.

1

Mince garlic, onions, and celery.

2

Cut vegetables into thin julienne strips, including carrots and cabbage.

3

Heat the wok to high heat.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the wok.

5

Add minced garlic to the oil and sauté until fragrant.

6

Add sliced onions and sauté until browned.

7

Add the rest of the vegetables gradually, mixing well.

8

Season with 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon of ground pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.

9

Cook until the vegetables are limp and the water evaporates.

10

Add 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and a sprinkle of white pepper.

11

Beat 1 egg to use as a seal for the wrappers.

12

Take about 2 tablespoons of the vegetable filling and place it on a wrapper.

13

Fold the wrapper over the filling, tucking it in tightly.

14

Roll the wrapper and seal the edge with the beaten egg.

15

Deep fry the spring rolls until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.

16

Serve with sweet chili sauce or other dipping sauces.

Cooking Techniques

soakingrolling

Equipment Needed

large bowlclean surfacecutting boardknifeserving platter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Spring RollsFresh Spring Rolls

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