Thai Cold Spring Rolls

30m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
45m
Ready In

Recipe: #27558

August 17, 2017



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Original is 12 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (422.5 g)
  • Calories 786.1
  • Total Fat - 59.1 g
  • Saturated Fat - 20.1 g
  • Cholesterol - 2244.7 mg
  • Sodium - 526 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 22.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 1 g
  • Sugars - 7 g
  • Protein - 38.7 g
  • Calcium - 298.3 mg
  • Iron - 6.1 mg
  • Vitamin C - 3.9 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.4 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Heat water in a wok, bring to a boil.

Step 2

Add the bean sprouts, cook for a few seconds.

Step 3

Remove with a large strainer.

Step 4

Put into ice water.

Step 5

Allow to drain and set aside.

Step 6

Turn wok down to simmer.

Step 7

Add shrimp, cook until pink.

Step 8

Remove with a slotted spoon into ice water drain and set aside to cool, then slice in to thin pieces. Reserve.

Step 9

Grate carrot and transfer to a bowl.

Step 10

Add sugar, pepper, vinegar and salt to bowl. Reserve.

Step 11

Beat egg yolks.

Step 12

Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick fry pan and add egg yolks.

Step 13

Cook over heat for about 2 minutes. Yolks should not brown but gel into a thin yellow omelet.

Step 14

Slide the cooked yolks onto a cutting board and fold over twice.

Step 15

Using a knife thinly julienne the yolks and put aside.

Step 16

Place rice papers in a bowl of warm water allow to soak until soft.

Step 17

Take a piece of rice paper and place a small of amount of each ingredient into the center of the paper.

Step 18

Roll rice paper over the ingredients.

Step 19

Place completed rolls in a shallow cooking pan and cover with plastic wrap.

Step 20

Place in refrigerator.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • Be sure to use peeled and de-veined shrimp for the recipe.
  • For the best taste, use freshly grated carrots.

  • Substitute the shrimp for tofu to make the dish vegan. The benefit of this substitution is that it eliminates the need for animal products, making it a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option.
  • Substitute the rice paper sheets for cooked rice noodles. The benefit of this substitution is that it makes the dish gluten-free, making it more accessible to those who have gluten sensitivities or allergies.

Vegetarian Thai Cold Spring Rolls Omit the shrimp and replace with 1/2 cup of diced tofu. Cook the tofu in the same way as the shrimp and add to the spring rolls.



Thai Coconut Rice - This fragrant and flavorful rice dish is the perfect accompaniment to the cold spring rolls. It has a subtle sweetness and a hint of coconut flavor that pairs perfectly with the savory flavors of the rolls. The combination of the two dishes is an ideal balance of sweet and savory.


Spicy Thai Papaya Salad: This spicy, crunchy salad is the perfect complement to the Thai Coconut Rice. The sweet and sour flavors of the papaya, combined with the spicy chili peppers, provide a delicious contrast to the subtle sweetness of the rice. This dish adds a unique kick to the meal, making it a great addition to the spring rolls.




FAQ

Q: Can I use other types of protein in this recipe?

A: Yes, you can use other types of protein such as tofu, chicken, or beef instead of shrimp in this recipe. Make sure to adjust cooking times accordingly.



Q: Can I make this recipe vegan?

A: Yes, you can make this recipe vegan by substituting the shrimp for tofu and using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

1 Reviews

FunTimeCooking

I used everything but the eggs to make the rolls and cut the recipe down for two of us. We enjoyed these for lunch with a Thai Peanut salad. So yummy!

5.0

review by:
(24 Nov 2019)

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Fun facts:

In Thailand, cold spring rolls are traditionally served as a dessert! They are often served with a sweet dipping sauce made from honey and coconut milk.

The recipe for Thai cold spring rolls is believed to have originated from the royal court of King Rama V. He was the first Thai monarch to open the country to foreign visitors, and the recipe is thought to be inspired by the influx of new flavors from other cultures.