Vietnamese Prawn Rice Paper Rolls

About this recipe

Rice paper rolls are fresh, light and perfect for warm days. Soft rice paper wraps prawns, vermicelli noodles, lettuce, carrot, cucumber and fresh herbs. Dip them in a quick peanut and hoisin sauce. They're fun to make together at the table.

Method

1. 1

   Step 1

   Soak the vermicelli in boiling water for 3 minutes, then drain and rinse under cold water.

   3 min

2. 2

   Step 2

   For the dip, whisk the hoisin, peanut butter, lime juice and 2–3 tablespoons warm water until smooth.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Dip one rice paper sheet in warm water for 3–5 seconds and lay it on a damp board.

   5 sec

4. 4

   Step 4

   Place a few prawn halves along the middle, then a little noodles, lettuce, carrot, cucumber and herbs. Fold in the sides and roll up tightly.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Repeat with the remaining ingredients and serve with the dip.