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Thai Basil Beef Rolls Recipe

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Delight in these vibrant Thai Basil Beef Rolls, a fresh and flavorful appetizer featuring savory ground beef infused with aromatic Thai basil, garlic, and spices, all wrapped in delicate rice paper with crisp herbs and vegetables. Perfectly balanced with a tangy dipping sauce, these rolls make an impressive yet easy-to-make dish for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Beef Filling

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef (85/15)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or 1 minced Thai chili
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped

Roll Ingredients

  • 8 to 10 rice paper wrappers
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup julienned carrots or cucumbers (optional)

Dipping Sauce

  • 1/4 cup dipping sauce (soy-lime or chili-garlic blend)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and finely chopped shallot and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
  3. Season Beef Mixture: Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes or minced Thai chili. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes to let flavors meld.
  4. Finish Filling: Remove the skillet from heat, then stir in fresh lime juice and chopped Thai basil leaves. Let the filling cool slightly to avoid tearing the rice paper when rolling.
  5. Prepare Rolling Station: Fill a shallow plate or bowl with warm water. Arrange rice paper wrappers and fresh herb and vegetable fillings (mint, cilantro, green onions, carrots, cucumber) nearby for easy assembly.
  6. Soften Rice Paper: Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for 5–10 seconds until just pliable. Lay it flat on a clean surface.
  7. Assemble Rolls: Place a generous spoonful of the beef filling near the bottom edge of the wrapper. Add desired fresh herbs and julienned vegetables on top.
  8. Roll Up: Fold the bottom edge of the rice paper over the filling, then tuck in the sides tightly. Continue rolling until fully wrapped, forming a neat roll.
  9. Repeat: Repeat the dipping, filling, and rolling process with remaining wrappers and filling.
  10. Serve: Slice each roll in half if desired and serve immediately with the soy-lime or chili-garlic dipping sauce on the side.

Notes

  • Don’t soak rice paper for longer than 5–10 seconds to prevent tearing.
  • Allow the beef filling to cool slightly before rolling to keep rice paper intact.
  • Use a damp towel to cover finished rolls to keep them fresh and moist until serving.
  • Optional herbs and vegetables add extra freshness and texture; customize to your preference.

Keywords: Thai Basil Beef Rolls, Thai appetizers, rice paper rolls, ground beef recipes, fresh spring rolls, Thai cuisine

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