Watercress and Shrimp Spring Rolls with Hoisin-Peanut Dip

Delicate and refreshing spring rolls filled with peppery watercress, succulent shrimp, and delicate vermicelli noodles, paired with a rich and savory hoisin-peanut dipping sauce. Perfect as a light snack or appetizer.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

35 minutes

Calories

285 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

5 items

Cost

£3.76/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Snack•Bread•Side Dish•Appetiser

Cuisine:

Asian

Main Ingredient:

Seafood

Dietary:

Gluten-Free•Dairy-Free

Mood:

Comfort Food•Healthy

Ingredients

Servings

8Rice paper wrappers(Approximately 8.5-inch diameter)

£2.50

0.5lbShrimp(Medium size, peeled, deveined, and cooked)

£4.00

4cupsWatercress(Packed)

£2.00

2ozVermicelli rice noodles(Thin rice noodles)

£1.00

1mediumCarrot(Julienned)

£0.30

0.3cupFresh mint leaves(Chopped)

£1.00

0.3cupFresh cilantro leaves(Chopped)

£1.00

2tablespoonsHoisin sauce

£0.50

1tablespoonPeanut butter(Smooth)

£0.20

1teaspoonRice vinegar

£0.15

0.5teaspoonSoy sauce(Low sodium)

£0.10

0.5teaspoonSesame oil

£0.15

1cloveGarlic(Minced)

£0.05

As neededWater(For soaking rice paper and thinning sauce)

£2.00

0.3teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Optional, for heat)

£0.10

Total Cost

£15.05

£3.76 per serving

Instructions

1.
Cook vermicelli noodles according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2.
Prepare shrimp: If not already cooked, cook the shrimp by steaming, boiling, or pan-frying until pink and cooked through. Let cool slightly, then slice in half lengthwise.
3.
Prepare hoisin-peanut dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, red pepper flakes (if using) and 1-2 teaspoons of water to reach desired consistency. Adjust ingredients to taste.
4.
Assemble the spring rolls: Fill a large bowl or shallow dish with warm water.
5.
Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for 5-10 seconds, or until pliable but not too soft. Lay the wrapper flat on a clean work surface.
6.
Arrange a small amount of watercress, vermicelli noodles, sliced shrimp, julienned carrots, mint, and cilantro in the center of the wrapper.
7.
Fold the sides of the wrapper inward over the filling. Then, starting from the bottom edge closest to you, tightly roll the wrapper up and over the filling, creating a spring roll. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
8.
Place the finished spring rolls on a serving platter. Cover with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out before serving.
9.
Serve immediately with the hoisin-peanut dipping sauce.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (175g)

285 kcal / 1192 kJ

Carbs

35g

13% of RDA

Fat

10% of RDA

Protein

20g

40% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

7 g

8% of RDA

Sodium

510 mg

22% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1 g

5% of RDA

Chef's Tips

Don't over-soak the rice paper wrappers, as they will become too sticky and difficult to work with.

Arrange the fillings neatly to create visually appealing spring rolls.

If the spring rolls stick together, lightly brush them with vegetable oil before serving.

You can add other vegetables like bean sprouts or cucumber for extra crunch and flavor.

The hoisin-peanut dipping sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Equipment

Large pot

Large bowl

Cutting board

Knife

Shallow dish or baking sheet

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

Don't over-soak the rice paper wrappers, as they will become too sticky and difficult to work with.

Arrange the fillings neatly to create visually appealing spring rolls.

If the spring rolls stick together, lightly brush them with vegetable oil before serving.

You can add other vegetables like bean sprouts or cucumber for extra crunch and flavor.

The hoisin-peanut dipping sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Watercress and Shrimp Spring Rolls with Hoisin-Peanut Dip

Ingredients

Instructions