Fourth Layered 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 Fourth Layered 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 Fourth Layered 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 Fourth Layered 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 Fourth Layered 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 Fourth Layered 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.
