Steamed Fresh Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

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Light Vietnamese summer rolls filled with tender steamed shrimp, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs, served alongside a creamy peanut dipping sauce. This vietnamese-inspired snacks ready in about 35 minutes blends peeled and deveined medium shrimp, sheets rice paper wrappers, vermicelli rice noodles into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil, add 4 oz vermicelli rice noodles, and cook for 3 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking.
  2. Step 2: In a separate pot, steam 16 peeled and deveined medium shrimp for 3-4 minutes until opaque and cooked through. Remove and slice each shrimp in half lengthwise.
  3. Step 3: Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Dip 1 rice paper wrapper into the water for 10 seconds until pliable but not too soft. Lay the wrapper flat on a clean surface.
  4. Step 4: On the lower third of the wrapper, layer 1 butter lettuce leaf, a small handful of cooked noodles, 2 shrimp halves, julienned 1 medium carrot and 1 small cucumber, and sprinkle with fresh mint and cilantro leaves (about 1 tbsp each).
  5. Step 5: Fold the sides of the wrapper inward, then tightly roll from bottom to top to encase the filling. Repeat for all 8 rolls.
  6. Step 6: For the peanut dipping sauce, whisk together 1/3 cup peanut butter, 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and optional 1/4 tsp red chili flakes until smooth.
  7. Step 7: Serve the fresh shrimp rice paper rolls chilled or at room temperature alongside the peanut dipping sauce garnished with 2 tbsp crushed peanuts.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Steamed Fresh Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). A small batch typically covers several meals in the week — store as the recipe directs.

How do I store leftover Steamed Fresh Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for up to 5–7 days. Most sauces freeze well for up to 2 months — portion into small containers or freezer bags so you can thaw only what you need. Stir before serving; cream- or yogurt-based sauces may separate on standing.

Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Fresh Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

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 Steamed Fresh Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce 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 Steamed Fresh Shrimp Rice Paper Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

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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