Thai Basil Beef Rolls – Fresh Thai Flavors in Every Bite Recipe
Thai Basil Beef Rolls are vibrant, fresh, and bursting with authentic Thai flavors. These light yet satisfying rolls feature seasoned ground beef combined with crunchy vegetables and fragrant basil, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal, they showcase a delicious balance of savory, sweet, and herbal notes in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
Assembly
- Fresh basil leaves
- Rice paper wrappers
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, combine the lean ground beef with soy sauce and hoisin sauce. Cook thoroughly, breaking the meat apart until it is fully browned and the sauces are well incorporated.
- Add vegetables: Stir in the shredded carrots and chopped bell peppers. Continue cooking until the vegetables are tender but still retain a slight crunch, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Prep rice paper: Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip each rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10-15 seconds until softened but not too soggy.
- Assemble the rolls: Place a softened rice paper on a clean surface. Add a spoonful of the beef and vegetable mixture in the center along with a few fresh basil leaves. Fold the edges and roll tightly to form a neat roll.
- Serve: Arrange the rolls on a serving plate and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and contrast in texture.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for the best aromatic flavor; Thai holy basil is ideal if available.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute beef with crumbled tofu or mushrooms.
- Serve with a dipping sauce like sweet chili or peanut sauce to enhance the taste.
- Rice paper can tear easily; soften only until pliable to avoid tearing while rolling.
- To keep rolls from sticking to each other, separate them with parchment paper if storing briefly before serving.
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