Savory Thai Basil Beef Rolls Recipe
These Savory Thai Basil Beef Rolls are quick to prepare and packed with juicy, flavorful ground beef and fresh herbs wrapped in delicate rice paper, perfect for a light and irresistible appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (Can use canola or peanut oil as a substitute.)
- 3 cloves Garlic (Minced.)
- 1 small Shallot (Finely chopped.)
- 1 pound Ground Beef (85/15.)
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (Tamari is a great gluten-free alternative.)
- 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce (Mushroom stir-fry sauce can be used for a vegetarian version.)
- 1 teaspoon Brown Sugar (Honey can be an alternative.)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lime Juice
- ½ teaspoon Chili Flakes (Or minced Thai chili.)
- 1 cup Fresh Thai Basil Leaves (Chopped.)
- 8–10 sheets Rice Paper Wrappers (Can use lettuce for a low-carb option.)
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- Cilantro
- Green Onion
- Julienned Carrots
- Cucumbers
Instructions
- Heat and sauté aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, warm up 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant and slightly golden.
- Brown the beef: Add in 1 pound of ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and crumbly, around 5-7 minutes.
- Season the beef: Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 teaspoon of brown sugar, and ½ teaspoon of chili flakes. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Finish filling: Remove from heat and squeeze in 1 tablespoon of fresh lime juice, adding the chopped Thai basil. Mix gently and let cool slightly.
- Prepare wrapper: Fill a shallow bowl with warm water and set up your assembly area with rice paper wrappers and the beef mixture.
- Soften wrapper: Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for 5-10 seconds. Lay it flat on a clean towel or board.
- Fill wrapper: Place a small portion of the beef filling and any optional herbs or veggies at the bottom of the wrapper.
- Roll up: Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll gently but firmly.
- Repeat: Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling, placing rolls seam side down on a serving platter.
- Slice and serve: Slice them in half to showcase the vibrant filling inside.
Notes
- Vegetable oil can be substituted with canola or peanut oil.
- Tamari is a great gluten-free alternative for soy sauce.
- Mushroom stir-fry sauce can be used instead of oyster sauce for a vegetarian version.
- Honey can be used as an alternative to brown sugar.
- Lettuce can be used instead of rice paper wrappers for a low-carb option.
Keywords: Thai Basil Beef Rolls, Rice Paper Rolls, Thai Appetizer, Beef Spring Rolls, Quick Thai Recipe
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