Description
Delicious Thai Basil Beef Rolls filled with savory caramelized beef, crunchy vegetables, and fragrant basil, all wrapped in delicate rice paper.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 85/15) (about 450 g)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 cup shredded carrots (about 110 g)
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (mix red/yellow/green for color)
- Fresh basil leaves (Thai basil if available; sweet basil is fine)
- Rice paper wrappers (8–12 wrappers depending on size)
- Dipping sauce (store-bought peanut sauce, sweet chili, or a simple soy-based dip)
Instructions
- Heat the skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown the ground beef, breaking it up while cooking.
- Add soy sauce and hoisin, cooking until fully browned.
- Add the shredded carrots and chopped bell peppers, stirring for a few minutes.
- Cool the filling to prevent the rice paper from getting soggy.
- Soften rice paper in warm water and assemble the rolls.
Notes
Use a hot skillet for better flavor and avoid over-soaking rice paper. Keep assembled rolls covered with a damp towel until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai