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Thai Basil Beef Rolls: A Fresh & Flavorful Recipe

Discover how to make the best Thai Basil Beef Rolls at home! This easy recipe features savory ground beef, fresh herbs, and a delicious peanut dipping sauce. Perfect for a healthy appetizer, lunch, or light dinner.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Thai, Vietnamese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 12-15 sheets rice paper (8-inch diameter)
  • 1 cup cooked vermicelli rice noodles
  • 1 large head butter lettuce, leaves separated
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro sprigs
  • 1 large cucumber, julienned
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup warm water
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sriracha or chili garlic sauce optional
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 1 Large Cutting Board
  • 1 Pie Plate or Shallow Dish

Method
 

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess grease. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, and brown sugar. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in chopped Thai basil and shredded carrots. Set aside to cool.
  2. Cook vermicelli noodles according to package directions; drain and rinse with cold water. Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Arrange all prepared ingredients (beef, noodles, lettuce, herbs, cucumber) on a clean work surface.
  3. Submerge one rice paper sheet in warm water for 15-20 seconds until pliable. Lay it flat. In the bottom third, layer lettuce, noodles, herbs, cucumber, and the beef mixture. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter and warm water until smooth. Add hoisin sauce, lime juice, soy sauce, sriracha (if using), and minced garlic. Whisk until well combined. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 22gFat: 18gFiber: 4g

Notes

Don't oversoak the rice paper; a quick dip is all you need.
Have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start rolling to make the process easier.
Store leftover rolls individually wrapped in plastic in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
Keyword fresh spring rolls,summer rolls,Thai Basil Beef Rolls

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