Description
Whipping up Thai Basil Beef Rolls is your ticket to a quick, flavor-packed meal that brings Bangkok street food right to your kitchen. Packed with aromatic herbs and tender beef, these rolls deliver a zesty punch that turns dinnertime into a delicious adventure.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound Ground Beef
Main Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 cup Fresh Basil
- 1 cup Carrots
- 1 cup Cucumber
- 4 leaves Lettuce Leaves
Supporting Ingredients:
- 8 sheets Rice Paper
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Ginger
- 1 cup Sweet Chili Sauce
- 1 cup Peanut Sauce
Instructions
- Prep your workspace by organizing all 8 rice paper sheets, 1 pound ground beef, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, and chopped herbs and vegetables within easy reach.
- Heat a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Add 1 pound ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking into small crumbles until no pink remains.
- Incorporate 2 cloves minced garlic and 1 tablespoon ginger into the beef. Stir continuously for 45-60 seconds until aromatic and fully integrated.
- Pour 2 tablespoons soy sauce into the skillet. Fold ½ cup fresh basil into the meat mixture, cooking for an additional 90 seconds. Remove from heat and let cool for 3-4 minutes.
- Fill a large shallow bowl with warm water near 100°F. Submerge each rice paper sheet for 10-12 seconds until soft and translucent.
- Place the moistened rice paper on a clean cutting board. Center 1 lettuce leaf in the middle, then layer 3 tablespoons beef mixture, 2 tablespoons carrots, and 2 tablespoons cucumber.
- Fold the bottom of the rice paper over the filling, then tightly roll while tucking in the sides. Press gently to seal each roll.
- Repeat the rolling process with remaining ingredients, creating 6-8 total rolls depending on size.
- Arrange rolls on a serving platter. Accompany with ½ cup sweet chili sauce and ½ cup peanut sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Mise en place is crucial for this recipe, so chop and measure everything before starting to cook for a smooth, stress-free preparation.
- When browning beef, ensure the skillet is hot enough to get a nice sear, which adds depth to the meat’s flavor and prevents it from steaming.
- Work with rice paper carefully, dipping quickly in warm water and letting excess water drip off to prevent tearing or sticking.
- For a gluten-free version, swap soy sauce with tamari and use lettuce wraps instead of rice paper to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-10 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg