Vegetable Lumpia with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Crispy spring rolls filled with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, served with a smooth and nutty peanut dipping sauce, a beloved Filipino appetizer. This filipino-inspired filipino ready in about 55 minutes pairs finely shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, cut into 1-inch pieces green beans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 10, 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.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, finely shredded cabbage
- 1, julienned carrot
- 1/2 cup, cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
- 1/2 cup bean sprouts
- 1/4 cup, sliced water chestnuts
- 1/4 cup, sliced shiitake mushrooms
- 2 tbsp (for stir-fry) + 1/4 cup (for frying) vegetable oil
- 10 (20x20 cm) spring roll wrappers
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 cup shredded cabbage, 1 julienned carrot, 1/2 cup green beans, 1/2 cup bean sprouts, 1/4 cup sliced water chestnuts, and 1/4 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable mixture and stir-fry for 5 minutes until crisp-tender, then remove from heat and let cool.
- Step 3: Lay a spring roll wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place 2 tablespoons of the vegetable mixture in the center, then fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly to form a cylinder.
- Step 4: Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the lumpia in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
- Step 5: Whisk together 1/4 cup peanut butter, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 cup crushed peanuts until smooth to make the dipping sauce.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Vegetable Lumpia with Peanut Dipping Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (30 min prep + 25 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 Vegetable Lumpia with Peanut Dipping Sauce?
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 finely shredded cabbage from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetable Lumpia 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 Vegetable Lumpia with Peanut Dipping Sauce for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 10 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 10). 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 Vegetable Lumpia with Peanut Dipping Sauce?
Filipino filipino 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Easy to make and so delicious. The perfect appetizer for any occasion.
- ★★★★★
The peanut dipping sauce was amazing. I'll definitely make these again for guests.
- ★★★★★
Made these for a family dinner and everyone asked for the recipe. So flavorful!