Description
Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a delightful fusion of tender beef and fragrant basil, wrapped in delicate rice paper. Perfect for casual gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, these rolls burst with vibrant flavors and textures that will transport your taste buds straight to Thailand. Easy to make and customizable to suit dietary preferences, they’re sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve them warm with a dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1 cup bell peppers, julienned
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add Flavor: Mix in soy sauce and chopped basil; cook for another 2 minutes until basil wilts.
- Prep Your Veggies: Julienne carrots and bell peppers while waiting for the filling.
- Soften Rice Paper: Dip each rice paper wrapper in warm water until pliable but not mushy.
- Assemble Rolls: Place a spoonful of filling and veggies on each wrapper, fold sides in, and roll tightly.
- Cook Rolls: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry rolls seam side down until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (140g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg