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Sunday, July 6, 2008

Shrimp Fresh Rolls

These are a wonderful alternative to egg rolls or spring rolls -- loads of flavour without the deep frying.

Shrimp Fresh Rolls


Ingredients:
  • rice paper
  • bean vermicelli
  • cooked, peeled shrimp
  • spring onions, cut into thin strips
  • julienned carrots
  • fresh mint leaves

Ingredients for Fresh Rolls


Directions:

Soak vermicelli in boiling water for a few minutes to soften.
Strain vermicelli.
Soak one sheet of rice paper in boiling water until soft.
Remove from water and place flat on a work surface.
Place a thin line of vermicelli across the centre of the rice paper.
Top with onions, carrots, mint and shrimp.
Preparing Fresh Rolls
Tuck in the side edges and roll up.
Repeat with additional sheets of rice paper.
Serve immediately with a spicy peanut sauce.

Shrimp Fresh Rolls with Peanut Sauce


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