Translucent rice paper rolls with shrimp, herbs, and peanut dipping sauce
Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
35 minMedium
Prep Time
30 min
Cook Time
5 min
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4
8 rolls
Difficulty
Medium
Cost
Budget
$
Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls
Translucent rice paper rolls with shrimp, herbs, and peanut dipping sauce
Light and refreshing spring rolls filled with shrimp, rice vermicelli, lettuce, mint, and cilantro, served with a savory peanut hoisin dip.
30m
Prep Time
5m
Cook Time
35m
Total Time
4
Servings
Medium
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
Fresh spring rolls are one of the best things Vietnamese cuisine has given the world. They are cool, light, and endlessly customizable, and the translucent rice paper wrapper lets you see the beautiful layers of herbs and vegetables inside.
The dipping sauce is just as important as the rolls themselves. A good peanut-hoisin sauce provides richness and sweetness that the fresh, clean rolls need for balance. Once you get the rolling technique down, you can make a platter in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 12 cooked shrimp, halved lengthwise
- 2 oz rice vermicelli, cooked
- 1 cup butter lettuce leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp warm water
- 1 tsp lime juice
Instructions
- 1
Cook the rice vermicelli, drain, and cool.
- 2
Prepare all the fillings and arrange them within reach.
- 3
Dip a rice paper wrapper in warm water for 3 to 4 seconds until just pliable.
- 4
Place lettuce, vermicelli, carrot, herbs, and shrimp on the lower third of the wrapper, then fold the sides in and roll tightly.
- 5
Repeat with the remaining wrappers.
- 6
Whisk together the hoisin, peanut butter, sriracha, lime juice, and warm water for the dipping sauce.
- 7
Serve the rolls with the peanut sauce.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve over steamed jasmine or sticky rice
Pair with a side of pickled vegetables or kimchi
Add a drizzle of sesame oil and toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor
Arrange on a platter for easy sharing at your next gathering
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Soy Sauce
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the pantry staple matters
This style of cooking leans heavily on a few foundational condiments. A better soy sauce is usually the fastest pantry upgrade to notice.
The savory base here starts with a more useful bottle, not another gadget.
- Useful across marinades, stir-fries, and dipping sauces
- Gives the final dish a fuller savory backbone
If this cuisine shows up regularly in your kitchen, soy sauce is one of the best-value pantry upgrades.
Shop soy sauce for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
Do not oversoak the rice paper — it will tear.
Place the shrimp cut-side down so the pink shows through the wrapper.
Cover finished rolls with a damp towel to keep them from drying out.
Storage
Cover tightly with a damp paper towel and plastic wrap. Best eaten within a few hours.
Reheating
No reheating needed. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (2 rolls) · 4 servings
Calories180
LowModerateHigh
A light, low-calorie option · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein10g
Carbohydrates28g
Fat4g
Fiber2g
Sugar4g
Sodium380mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I make this ahead?
- Yes. The components or finished dish hold well if properly chilled and stored.
- Can I adjust the seasoning?
- Yes. Taste near the end and adjust salt, acid, or heat so it suits the way you like to cook and eat.
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About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
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