Description
Delicious Thai-style rice paper rolls filled with marinated beef and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak (or sirloin/ribeye/ground beef)
- 1 cup Thai basil
- 10 rice paper wrappers (gluten-free option available)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber
- 1 bell pepper
- 4 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil (for cooking)
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef: Start by slicing the flank steak thinly against the grain. In a bowl, marinate the beef with soy sauce, a teaspoon of sugar, minced garlic, and a pinch of black pepper. Let it sit for about 15-20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Cook the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Once hot, add the marinated beef in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until browned, then toss in a handful of Thai basil leaves. Stir-fry for another minute until the basil is wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Prepare the Vegetables: While the beef is cooling, julienne your carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers.
- Soften the Rice Paper: Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper in the water for about 10-15 seconds until it is soft and pliable.
- Assemble the Rolls: Lay the softened rice paper on a clean surface. Place a small amount of the beef mixture in the center, followed by a few strips of vegetables and a couple of extra basil leaves. Fold in the sides and then roll from the bottom up to encase the filling. Repeat this process until all ingredients are used.
- Serve: Arrange the rolls on a platter. They can be served plain or with a dipping sauce, such as a mixture of soy sauce and lime juice, or a peanut sauce for added richness.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, ensure that the soy sauce is gluten-free.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or avocados based on preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg