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Lemongrass Chicken Rice Paper Rolls

Lemongrass Chicken Rice Paper Rolls for a Fresh Summer Bite

Delight in these Lemongrass Chicken Rice Paper Rolls that combine fresh flavors and a light meal for summer occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs use for juiciness
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce or light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 stalks fresh lemongrass or frozen/paste substitute
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice or rice/apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil any neutral oil
For the Rolls
  • 8 sheets rice paper 22cm/8.5" diameter
  • 4 ounces dried vermicelli noodles or glass noodles
  • 1 cup cabbage finely sliced (green or red)
  • 1 large carrot or cucumber
  • 1 cup coriander/cilantro or Thai basil
  • 1/2 cup mint fresh is best
For the Peanut Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter adjust liquid if using regular
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or lime juice
  • 1/4 cup milk any type works
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed chilli optional

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • small bowl
  • Pot
  • non-stick pan
  • Large shallow dish
  • cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients—lemongrass, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and garlic. Add chicken and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, combine peanut butter, hoisin sauce, white vinegar, and milk. Stir until smooth, adjusting consistency with more milk if needed.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil and soak vermicelli noodles for 2 minutes until soft. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  4. Heat canola oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for about 3 minutes until caramelized and cooked through. Remove, cool, and slice.
  5. Fill a large shallow dish with warm water and dip each rice paper sheet for 2-3 seconds to soften. Lay flat on a cutting board.
  6. Layer fresh mint, coriander, chicken, noodles, and vegetables onto each rice paper. Assemble neatly.
  7. Roll tightly from the bottom, tucking in sides as you go, until enclosed. Repeat with remaining sheets.
  8. Serve the rolls on a platter with peanut sauce on the side. Cut in half for presentation if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can store uncut rolls in the fridge for 1-2 days. Avoid freezing assembled rolls to maintain texture.

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