Poh Pia (lao-style Spring Rolls)

Poh Pia, also known as Lao-style Spring Rolls, are a popular dish in Lao cuisine. These delicious spring rolls are filled with a combination of fresh vegetables, vermicelli noodles, and protein, then wrapped in rice paper and served with a flavorful dipping sauce.

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Poh Pia (lao-style Spring Rolls)

Ingredients

  • 12 rice paper wrappers
  • 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 12 large cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional for vegetarian version)
  • 12 slices firm tofu, about 1/4 inch thick (optional for non-vegetarian version)
  • Warm water for soaking rice paper

Instructions

  1. Prepare all the ingredients and arrange them in separate bowls for easy assembly.
  2. Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for a few seconds to soften.
  3. Place the softened rice paper on a clean, damp kitchen towel.
  4. Layer a small amount of vermicelli noodles, lettuce, carrots, bean sprouts, mint, and cilantro in the center of the rice paper.
  5. If using shrimp or tofu, place one piece on top of the vegetable mixture.
  6. Roll the rice paper over the filling, tucking in the sides as you go, and continue to roll into a tight cylinder.
  7. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  8. Serve the spring rolls with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Shallow dish Cutting board Sharp knife Bowls for ingredient preparation Clean, damp kitchen towel

Tools

Kitchen tongs Small serving bowls for dipping sauce

Serving suggestions

Serve the Poh Pia with a side of sweet and sour dipping sauce or peanut sauce for a delicious appetizer or light meal.

Tips & tricks

For a crispier texture, you can deep-fry the spring rolls until golden brown. Alternatively, you can also brush the assembled spring rolls with oil and bake them in the oven until crispy.

Cost

$15