Fresh & Vibrant Vietnamese Spring Rolls (Goi Cuon)
The Ultimate Vietnamese Spring Roll Recipe: Perfect for Housewarmings and Entertaining Guests, with a Special ‘Gwangjang Market’ Dipping Sauce
Let’s embark on a culinary journey to create delicious and visually appealing Vietnamese spring rolls.
Spring Roll Ingredients- 1 pack rice paper wrappers
- 1/2 red bell pepper
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper
- 3-4 slices processed ham
- 1 handful bean sprouts
- 1/2 cucumber
- 2-3 imitation crab sticks (surimi)
Gwangjang Market ‘Drug’ Sauce (Golden Recipe)- 2 Tbsp warm water
- 1/2 tsp English mustard
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp warm water
- 1/2 tsp English mustard
- 1 tsp vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
We’re going to make Vietnamese spring rolls, a dish perfect for hosting guests or for a housewarming party. Their freshness and vibrant presentation are sure to impress everyone.
Step 2
Wash all the vegetables thoroughly and julienne them into strips about 0.5 cm thick and roughly finger-length. Slice the ham into bite-sized pieces. For the ham, you can lightly blanch it in hot water or pan-fry it for enhanced flavor and texture.
Step 3
Prepare a wide, shallow dish with warm water. Briefly dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10-15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable – be careful not to oversoak, as it might tear. Lay the softened wrapper flat. Arrange your chosen fillings (vegetables, ham, imitation crab sticks) in the center. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides, and finally, roll it up tightly from the bottom. Don’t roll it too tightly, or it might break.
Step 4
These carefully crafted spring rolls are a feast for the eyes and offer a delightful combination of crisp vegetables and chewy rice paper. Dip them into the accompanying ‘Gwangjang Market Drug Sauce’ for an explosion of flavor! You’ve now successfully made healthy and delicious Vietnamese spring rolls, packed with plenty of fresh vegetables!
