Crispy Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham
Golden fried spring rolls stuffed with seasoned ground pork and shrimp served alongside a classic Vietnamese dipping sauce. This vietnamese-inspired snacks ready in about 60 minutes turns rice paper wrappers, ground pork, shrimp, peeled and chopped into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 20 rice paper wrappers
- 8 oz ground pork
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup glass noodles (mung bean vermicelli), soaked and chopped
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 2 shallots, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar
- enough vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp sugar (for dipping sauce)
- 1 garlic clove, minced (for dipping sauce)
- 1 red chili, sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak 1 cup glass noodles in warm water for 15 minutes, then drain and chop into small pieces. In a large bowl, combine 8 oz ground pork, 8 oz chopped shrimp, chopped glass noodles, 1 medium grated carrot, 2 minced shallots, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp sugar. Mix thoroughly.
- Step 2: Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper for 10 seconds until soft and pliable. Place on a clean surface.
- Step 3: Spoon about 2 tbsp of filling onto the bottom third of the wrapper, fold in sides tightly, and roll up firmly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Step 4: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Fry spring rolls in batches for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Step 5: For nuoc cham dipping sauce, whisk together 1/2 cup water, 3 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 sliced red chili until sugar dissolves.
- Step 6: Serve crispy spring rolls hot with nuoc cham sauce for dipping.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crispy Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (45 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crispy Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crispy Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crispy Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Crispy Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Nuoc Cham?
Vietnamese snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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