Get ready to unleash a culinary adventure that will make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests swoon! These aren't just any spring rolls - these are Connie's legendary Oh Shhhnaps Shrimp Spring Rolls, a mind-blowing fusion of fresh ingredients and vibrant Asian flavors that will transport you straight to street food paradise. With a perfect balance of crisp vegetables, succulent shrimp, and aromatic mint, these spring rolls are about to become your new obsession. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, this recipe promises to elevate your cooking game and impress everyone at the table!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 8 rolls
Ingredients
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 lb shrimp, cooked and peeled
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup cucumber, julienned
- Fresh mint leaves
- Peanut sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and chopping vegetables into fine julienne strips. Ensure shrimp are cooked, peeled, and cooled to room temperature.
- Fill a large, shallow dish with warm water for softening rice paper wrappers. Place a clean, damp kitchen towel on your work surface to prevent sticking.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper into warm water for about 10-15 seconds until it becomes pliable but not completely soft. Carefully transfer to the damp towel.
- Arrange a small handful of lettuce near the bottom third of the wrapper, leaving about an inch of space from the edges.
- Layer cooked shrimp on top of the lettuce, followed by julienned carrots, cucumber, and a few fresh mint leaves.
- Fold the bottom edge of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the sides, creating a tight envelope.
- Carefully roll the wrapper upward, ensuring the filling remains compact and the roll is tight but not torn.
- Repeat the process with remaining wrappers and ingredients, keeping completed rolls covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
- Serve immediately with peanut sauce for dipping, or wrap individually in plastic wrap for later consumption.
Tips
- Water Temperature Matters: Use warm (not hot) water to soften rice paper - this prevents tearing and ensures the perfect texture.
- Work Quickly: Rice paper becomes more pliable after soaking, so have all ingredients prepped and ready before you start rolling.
- Don't Overstuff: Less is more! Too many ingredients can make rolling difficult and cause tears.
- Keep Rolls Covered: Use a damp cloth over completed rolls to prevent them from drying out.
- Chill Before Serving: For firmer rolls, refrigerate for 15-20 minutes before serving.
- Experiment with Dipping Sauces: While peanut sauce is classic, try sweet chili or hoisin for variety.Pro Tip: Practice makes perfect! Your first few rolls might look messy, but you'll be a spring roll master in no time.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
