Thai Basil Beef Rolls
Bright, herbaceous, and satisfyingly meaty, these Thai Basil Beef Rolls burst with fresh flavor in every bite. They’re easy to assemble, light enough for lunch but comforting enough for dinner.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can substitute with ground chicken or shrimp.
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium option available.
- 1 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce Can reduce to 1/2 tablespoon if you want less sweetness.
For the Vegetables & Herbs
- 1 cup Shredded Carrots
- 1 cup Chopped Bell Peppers Any color works.
- 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can substitute with mint or cilantro.
For Wrapping
- 6 sheets Rice Paper Wrappers Use one sheet at a time.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the lean ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until it’s no longer pink and is beginning to brown.
- Stir in the soy sauce and hoisin sauce into the browned beef and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
- While the beef finishes, shred the carrots and chop the bell peppers.
- Fill a shallow bowl with warm water and dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 5–10 seconds to soften.
Assembly
- Lay the softened wrapper flat on a clean towel, place shredded carrots, chopped bell peppers, glazed beef, and basil leaves in the center.
- Fold the bottom edge up over the filling, fold the sides in, and roll tightly to seal.
- Repeat until you have all six rolls assembled.
Serving
- Serve immediately for best texture and freshness.
Notes
Assemble rolls just before serving for the best texture. If you must hold them briefly, place them seam-side down on a damp towel.