Thai Basil Beef Rolls
These Thai Basil Beef Rolls are fresh, flavorful, and wrapped in delicate rice paper, offering a vibrant explosion of taste with every bite.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground chicken or shrimp.
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium option available.
- 1 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce
- 1 cup Shredded Carrots
- 1 cup Chopped Bell Peppers Any color works.
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can substitute with mint or cilantro.
- 6 sheets Rice Paper Wrappers Use one sheet at a time.
Optional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Oil For cooking.
- to taste Salt and Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, and break it up. Brown until just cooked through — about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in soy sauce and hoisin, let the mixture bubble for 30 seconds, then remove from heat. Toss in half the basil so it wilts slightly from the residual heat.
Assembling the Rolls
- Prep a shallow pan of warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper for 8–12 seconds until pliable.
- Lay the wrapper on a clean surface. In the center, layer a small scoop of beef, a sprinkle of shredded carrots, chopped bell peppers, and a couple of basil leaves.
- Fold the bottom up, sides in, and roll snugly to secure the filling.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers. Serve immediately with extra basil and an optional dipping sauce.
Notes
If you must prep ahead, keep components separate and assemble at the last minute. Do not overstuff the rolls.