Thai Basil Beef Rolls
Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors that bring the essence of Thai cuisine right to your kitchen. These rolls feature tender ground beef, crisp vegetables, and aromatic basil, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. Perfect for any occasion, they can be served as appetizers, main courses, or even as meal prep options for busy days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 rolls) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- Fresh basil leaves
- Rice paper wrappers
Instructions
- Cook the lean ground beef in a frying pan over medium heat. Add soy sauce and hoisin sauce, stirring frequently until fully cooked (57 minutes).
- Stir in shredded carrots and chopped bell peppers; cook until tender (34 minutes) before removing from heat.
- Soak a rice paper wrapper in warm water for 1015 seconds until softened but still firm.
- On a clean surface, place the softened wrapper and add a spoonful of the beef mixture along with fresh basil leaves at one end. Fold over the sides and roll tightly.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and serve fresh, optionally with dipping sauces like sweet chili or peanut sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg