Thai Basil Beef Rolls
Delicious Thai Basil Beef Rolls filled with savory beef, fresh vegetables, and fragrant basil, all wrapped in delicate rice paper for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Meat & Sauce
- 1 lb lean ground beef Use 90/10 for less grease; can substitute with ground chicken or turkey.
- 2 tbsp soy sauce Regular or low-sodium depending on taste.
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce Provides sweetness and depth; can substitute with oyster sauce plus 1 tsp sugar.
Vegetables
- 1 cup shredded carrots For color and crunch.
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers Use red or mixed for sweetness and visual appeal.
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves Thai basil preferred, but Italian basil can be used.
Wrapping
- 8 sheets rice paper wrappers Choose good-quality wrappers to avoid tearing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up until no longer pink (about 6–8 minutes).
- Drain excess fat if needed, then stir in soy sauce and hoisin sauce. Cook another 1–2 minutes until the flavors blend.
- Transfer the beef to a shallow bowl and let it cool slightly.
- Prepare a shallow dish of warm water for the rice paper.
Assembly
- Dip one rice paper sheet into the warm water for 10–15 seconds until pliable. Lay it flat on a damp kitchen towel.
- Place about 2–3 tbsp of the beef mixture slightly below center. Add shredded carrots, bell pepper, and basil leaves.
- Fold the bottom edge up over the filling, fold both sides in, then roll tightly.
- Repeat with remaining rice paper sheets.
Serving
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Store assembled rolls in the fridge for up to 24 hours wrapped in a damp paper towel and plastic wrap. Leftover beef mixture can be stored for 3-4 days.