Go Back
Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls - with Fun Variations!

Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls

Light, fresh, and endlessly customizable, these Vietnamese rice paper rolls are packed with vibrant veggies, shrimp, and herbs — perfectly paired with a creamy peanut hoisin dipping sauce.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Servings: 8

Ingredients

For classic shrimp rolls (makes 8-10 rolls):

  • 8-10 sheets Rice paper wrappers medium size
  • 6-20 pieces Cooked shrimp optional: halved lengthwise
  • 50 g Rice vermicelli noodles 1.5 oz, dried
  • 1 cup Mung bean sprouts
  • 20 Mint leaves
  • 1-2 cups Lettuce shredded

Optional Add-ins for fun variations!:

  • 1 small Carrot julienned
  • 1 small Cucumber julienned
  • 2 leaves Purple cabbage julienned
  • 1 small Mango thinly sliced
  • 1 Avocado sliced
  • 2-3 Radishes thinly sliced
  • 2-3 Strawberries thinly sliced
  • 4 Imitation crab sticks sliced lengthwise (optional)
  • 2 Eggs beaten and cooked into a thin egg sheet, then sliced

Peanut Hoisin Dipping Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp Hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp Peanut butter smooth or chunky
  • 1 large clove Garlic crushed
  • 1-2 tbsp Warm water adjust for consistency
  • 1-2 tsp Crushed peanuts to garnish or mix in

Instructions

  • Cook rice noodles according to the package, then rinse with cold water. Blanch shrimp until they just turn pink; slice in half if desired. Cook egg into a thin sheet and slice. Julienne all fruits and veggies.
  • Dip a rice paper sheet in warm water for about 5 seconds, then place it on a damp plate or cutting board.
  • For the classic shrimp version:
Place some shredded lettuce, bean sprouts, rice noodles, and 2–3 mint leaves near the bottom third of the wrapper. Add 3 shrimp halves near the top edge (so they show through once rolled).
  • Lift the bottom of the wrapper to fold over the filling, keeping everything tight. Tuck in the left and right sides, then roll forward to enclose the shrimp. The rice paper will naturally stick to itself and seal.
  • Use the same method to make other variations — mix and match your favorite fillings based on your taste!
  • Mix hoisin sauce, peanut butter, and crushed garlic until smooth. Add water to reach your desired consistency. Top with crushed peanuts for texture.
  • Plate the rolls with the dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy fresh.