Shrimp spring rolls with shrimp and mushrooms
Tonight, we're preparing Asian specialties. What better recipe than shrimp spring rolls?! Step by step, we'll teach you how to make the filling and how to easily fold your rice wrappers to create perfect spring rolls. In images, in writing, and in video, follow our steps below ↓ ↓
Ingredients
Materials
- 1 fryer or deep-sided pan
Preparation
Soak the dried mushrooms in warm water for 25 minutes. Shell the shrimp. Keep 8 shrimp aside for later.
Shred the carrot and chop the onion. Cook the rice vermicelli for 4 minutes in boiling water. Drain and let cool. Cut the shrimp, mushrooms, and vermicelli into small pieces.
The filling: Mix the shrimp pieces, vermicelli, mushrooms, carrot, onion, egg, and soy sauce.
Soak a rice wrapper in cold water to soften it. Place the wrapper on your work surface. Add a generous tablespoon of filling to the center of the wrapper. Place a whole shrimp on top.
Fold the bottom of the wrapper over the filling. Then fold the sides of the wrapper towards the center and roll the spring roll. Repeat until all the filling is used.
Heat the oil (340-360°F). When it's hot, fry the spring rolls for about 6 minutes, turning them if necessary. Place the cooked spring rolls on paper towels.
There you are, your shrimp spring rolls are ready!
Observations
What is the best way to fold shrimp spring rolls?
To fold shrimp spring rolls, soak a rice wrapper in cold water until soft, place it on your work surface, add a generous tablespoon of filling in the center, and then fold the bottom over the filling, followed by the sides towards the center, and roll it up tightly.
Can I use frozen shrimp for this recipe?
Yes, you can use frozen shrimp, but make sure to thaw them completely and pat them dry before using to ensure the filling doesn't become watery.
What can I substitute for rice vermicelli?
You can substitute rice vermicelli with other types of noodles like glass noodles or even thin rice noodles, but the texture and flavor may vary slightly.
How do I know when the oil is hot enough for frying?
You can test if the oil is hot enough by dropping a small piece of bread into it; if it sizzles and turns golden brown in about 60 seconds, the oil is ready for frying.
Can I make the filling ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the filling in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to a day before assembling and frying the spring rolls.
Nutrition
- Carbo: 18.6g
- Total fat: 2.7g
- Saturated fat: 0.4g
- Proteins: 13.6g
- Fibers: 0.9g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- ProPoints: 4
- SmartPoints: 4
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