Vietnamese Spring Rolls With Dipping Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 package (12 oz) rice paper wrappers
• 1 cup cold vermicelli rice noodles, soaked in cold water for 10 minutes
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumbers
• 1/2 cup bean sprouts
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup crushed roasted peanuts (optional)

For the Dipping Sauce:

• 1/2 cup fish sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 5 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Fill a large bowl with cold water and soak the rice paper wrappers for 10-15 seconds, or until softened.
2. Place the soaked rice paper wrapper on a flat surface. Arrange the noodles, carrots, cucumbers, bean sprouts, basil, mint, and cilantro in the center of the wrapper.
3. Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, then roll it up tightly.
4. Repeat with the remaining rice paper wrappers.
5. To make the dipping sauce, combine the fish sauce, water, lime juice, garlic, sugar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Stir well.
6. Serve the spring rolls with the dipping sauce.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 200 per serving
• Fat: 5g
• Protein: 10g
• Carbohydrates: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and flavorful
• Light and healthy
• Perfect for a summer party or appetizer

User Comments:

• "These spring rolls are so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of the crisp vegetables and the savory dipping sauce."
• "I made these spring rolls for a party and they were a huge hit. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser."
• "I love the versatility of these spring rolls. You can fill them with whatever vegetables you like. I've even added grilled chicken or shrimp."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to over-soak the rice paper wrappers, or they will become too soft and tear.
• If you don't have rice paper wrappers, you can substitute spring roll wrappers.
• Serve the spring rolls immediately after making them, or they will become soggy.