Crispy Thai Spring Rolls with Savory Dipping Sauce
Enjoy the vibrant and mouthwatering flavors of these Crispy Thai Spring Rolls filled with fresh vegetables, succulent shrimp, and flavored with a rich, homemade dipping sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these rolls are sure to impress your guests and bring a taste of Thailand to your dining table. The combination of jicama, lettuce, and bean sprouts provides a satisfying crunch, while the savory pork and shrimp elevate the dish. Serve them fresh with a homemade sauce for an authentic experience.
N/A
Servings
120
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Tamarind Puree
1 cup (Prepared)
Dried Chilies
5 (Soaked)
Shallots
3 (Peeled)
Soy Sauce
1 tablespoon (Pure)
Jaggery or Palm Sugar
1/2 cup (Grated or chopped)
Garlic Cloves
7 (Peeled)
Fermented Soybeans
1 tablespoon (Prepared)
Vegetable Oil
1 tablespoon (For cooking)
Shredded Jicama
1 cup (Freshly shredded)
Oyster Sauce
2 tablespoons (Pure)
Spring Roll Wrappers
20 sheets (For wrapping)
Shredded Lettuce
2 cups (Fresh)
Boiled Bean Sprouts
2 cups (Prepared)
Crispy Pork Rind
1 cup (Coarsely chopped)
Fried Shallots
2 tablespoons (For topping)
Roasted Pork
4 oz / 100 grams (Thinly sliced)
Cooked Shrimp
20 (Halved lengthwise)
Instructions
1
To prepare the dipping sauce, combine tamarind puree, soaked dried chilies, shallots, soy sauce, jaggery, garlic cloves, fermented soybeans, and vegetable oil in a mortar and pestle. Mash until smooth, or use a food processor for convenience and pulse until a paste forms.
2
Transfer the sauce to a wok and heat over medium heat. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to simmer until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
3
For the spring rolls, heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium heat. Add shredded jicama and oyster sauce, sautéing for about 30 seconds until lightly softened. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
4
To assemble, soften a spring roll wrapper in warm water, laying it on a clean work surface. In the center of the wrapper, place a small amount of shredded lettuce, boiled bean sprouts, crispy pork rind, fried shallots, and the cooled jicama mixture.
5
Drizzle a little dipping sauce over the filling, followed by a slice of roasted pork and 2-3 halves of cooked shrimp.
6
Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling, then fold the left and right edges inward to create an enclosed package. Roll it tightly toward the top, using a little water to seal the edges. Repeat this process until all the fillings are used.
7
Finally, cut the spring rolls in half and serve them alongside the remaining dipping sauce for your guests to enjoy.
Nutrition Information
5
Fat
15
Carbs
4
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Thai Spring Rolls?
Crispy Thai Spring Rolls are a vibrant appetizer filled with fresh vegetables, succulent shrimp, and roasted pork, served with a savory homemade dipping sauce.
What are the main ingredients for the filling?
The filling consists of shredded jicama, lettuce, boiled bean sprouts, crispy pork rind, fried shallots, roasted pork, and cooked shrimp.
How do you make the savory dipping sauce?
Combine tamarind puree, soaked dried chilies, shallots, soy sauce, jaggery, garlic, fermented soybeans, and oil in a mortar or food processor, then simmer until thickened.
What type of sweetener is used in the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of grated or chopped jaggery or palm sugar.
How do you prepare the jicama?
The jicama should be freshly shredded and then sautéed for 30 seconds with oyster sauce in a wok.
How many spring roll wrappers are needed?
This recipe requires 20 sheets of spring roll wrappers.
How do you soften the spring roll wrappers?
The wrappers are softened by briefly dipping them in warm water before assembly.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 120 calories.
How much protein is in these spring rolls?
There are 4 grams of protein per serving.
What gives the spring rolls their crispy texture?
The crunch comes from the combination of fresh lettuce, bean sprouts, jicama, and especially the crispy pork rind.
How many shrimp are used in total?
The recipe uses 20 cooked shrimp, which are halved lengthwise for assembly.
What is the purpose of the tamarind puree?
Tamarind puree provides a signature tangy and sour base for the savory dipping sauce.
Is there soy sauce in this recipe?
Yes, one tablespoon of soy sauce is used in the preparation of the dipping sauce.
How should the roasted pork be prepared?
The roasted pork should be thinly sliced before being added to the spring rolls.
How do you seal the spring rolls?
The edges of the wrapper are sealed using a small amount of water after rolling tightly.
What ingredients are mashed in the mortar and pestle?
Tamarind puree, dried chilies, shallots, soy sauce, jaggery, garlic cloves, fermented soybeans, and vegetable oil.
How long do you sauté the jicama?
The jicama is sautéed for approximately 30 seconds until it is lightly softened.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each serving contains 15 grams of carbohydrates.
Are the bean sprouts raw?
No, the bean sprouts should be boiled before being added to the filling.
How do you serve the spring rolls?
The rolls are cut in half and served fresh alongside the remaining dipping sauce.
What kind of oil is used for cooking?
The recipe specifies the use of vegetable oil for both the sauce and sautéing.
How many garlic cloves are in the dipping sauce?
The sauce recipe uses 7 peeled garlic cloves.
What is the role of fermented soybeans?
Fermented soybeans add a deep, salty, and umami flavor to the dipping sauce.
Can I use a food processor for the sauce?
Yes, a food processor can be used to pulse the sauce ingredients into a paste for convenience.
How many ingredients are in the entire recipe?
There are a total of 17 ingredients listed for this recipe.
What is the preparation for the dried chilies?
The 5 dried chilies should be soaked before being added to the sauce mixture.
How much lettuce is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of fresh shredded lettuce.
Are these spring rolls fried after assembly?
No, these are fresh-style rolls where the wrappers are softened in water and served immediately after assembly.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include Thai, spring rolls, appetizer, snack, crispy, seafood, and homemade sauce.