Four-Layer Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Herbs
Delicate Vietnamese rice paper rolls featuring four distinct layers of shrimp, fresh herbs, vermicelli noodles, and crisp vegetables served with a tangy dipping sauce. This vietnamese-inspired asian ready in about 35 minutes pairs sheets rice paper wrappers, peeled and deveined shrimp, vermicelli rice noodles for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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
- 8 sheets rice paper wrappers
- 1/2 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 4 oz vermicelli rice noodles
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 8 small leaves lettuce leaves
- 1 medium, julienned carrot
- 1 medium, julienned cucumber
- 1/3 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp peanut butter
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp crushed peanuts
- 1 tbsp lime juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a pot of water to boil and cook 1/2 lb shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque. Drain and slice shrimp lengthwise in half.
- Step 2: Soak 4 oz vermicelli rice noodles in hot water for 8 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Step 3: Prepare a shallow dish with warm water. Dip 1 rice paper wrapper into water for 10 seconds until pliable, then lay flat on a clean surface.
- Step 4: On the bottom fourth of the wrapper, place 1 lettuce leaf, then layer with a small handful of vermicelli noodles, 3-4 shrimp halves, 1 tbsp julienned carrot, 1 tbsp julienned cucumber, and sprinkle 1 tbsp each fresh mint and cilantro leaves.
- Step 5: Fold the bottom edge over the filling, then fold in the sides tightly and roll upwards to enclose completely. Repeat for remaining wrappers.
- Step 6: For dipping sauce, whisk together 1/3 cup hoisin sauce, 2 tbsp peanut butter, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tbsp lime juice until smooth. Sprinkle 2 tbsp crushed peanuts on top.
- Step 7: Serve rolls with dipping sauce chilled or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Four-Layer Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 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 Four-Layer Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Herbs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep sheets rice paper wrappers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Four-Layer Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Herbs?
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 Four-Layer Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Herbs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Four-Layer Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls with Shrimp and Herbs?
Vietnamese asian 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.
