Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce

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Fresh rice paper rolls filled with juicy shrimp, tender pork, and crisp herbs, paired with a rich, nutty peanut sauce for dipping. This vietnamese-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs shrimp, peeled and deveined, pork loin, thinly sliced, rice paper wrappers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

★ 4.2 (10 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Vietnamese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a saucepan of water to a boil and cook 12 large peeled and deveined shrimp for 2-3 minutes until pink and opaque; drain and set aside. In the same water, quickly poach 6 oz thinly sliced pork loin for 3-4 minutes until cooked through; drain and slice into thin strips.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the peanut dipping sauce by whisking together 1/3 cup peanut butter, 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/4 cup water, and 1 tsp sriracha sauce until smooth; garnish with 2 tbsp crushed peanuts.
  3. Step 3: Fill a large shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 10 seconds until pliable, then lay flat on a clean surface.
  4. Step 4: On the lower third of the wrapper, place a small handful of 4 oz cooked vermicelli rice noodles, 2 shrimp halved lengthwise, a few strips of pork, 1/4 cup each of fresh mint, cilantro, Thai basil, 2-3 lettuce leaves, and a few pieces of julienned carrot and cucumber.
  5. Step 5: Fold the sides inward, then roll tightly from the bottom up to encase the filling, sealing the edge with a dab of water. Repeat with remaining wrappers and fillings.
  6. Step 6: Serve the spring rolls chilled or at room temperature with the prepared peanut dipping sauce for an aromatic and fresh appetizer or light meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (30 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 Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring 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 Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring 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 Vietnamese Shrimp and Pork Spring Rolls with Peanut Dipping Sauce?

Vietnamese seafood 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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