🇻🇳 Vietnam · Food
Fresh Spring Rolls
By eatmundo · August 4, 2026
🇻🇳 VNLight and healthy rice paper rolls filled with shrimp, herbs, and vermicelli. Served with a savory peanut dipping sauce.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Boil the shrimp for 3 minutes until pink, then peel and slice them in half lengthwise.
- 2
Cook the rice vermicelli in boiling water for 4 minutes, then rinse in cold water and drain.
- 3
Dip one sheet of rice paper into warm water for 5 seconds until it becomes pliable.
- 4
Place the rice paper on a clean board and layer lettuce and vermicelli in the center.
- 5
Add mint leaves and two pieces of shrimp on top.
- 6
Fold the sides of the paper inward and roll tightly from the bottom upward.
- 7
Whisk together peanut butter and hoisin sauce with a splash of water for the dip.
- 8
Serve immediately while the rolls are fresh and the skin is soft.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a fresh spring roll?+
A fresh spring roll is a Vietnamese dish consisting of rice paper wrapped around shrimp, vermicelli, and fresh herbs like mint and lettuce. It is served cold and typically consumed as an appetizer or light meal, usually accompanied by a peanut or hoisin dipping sauce.
Can I make these ahead?+
They are best eaten fresh, as rice paper dries out or becomes sticky when refrigerated.
How do I prevent tearing?+
Do not soak the rice paper for too long; 5 seconds is enough to maintain structural integrity.
What if I can't find vermicelli?+
Thin rice noodles are the closest substitute, but ensure they are cooked al dente.
How to keep them from sticking?+
Arrange them on a plate with space between each roll to prevent them from adhering to each other.
