Silk Road Spring Rolls (丝绸之路春卷)

The Silk Road Spring Rolls are a delightful dish that pays homage to the ancient trade route that connected China with the Mediterranean. These spring rolls are filled with a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, representing the diversity of ingredients found along the historic Silk Road.

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Silk Road Spring Rolls (丝绸之路春卷)

Ingredients

  • 12 spring roll wrappers
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup julienned carrots
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup sliced shiitake mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup chopped water chestnuts
  • 1/4 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon minced ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, bean sprouts, shiitake mushrooms, green onions, cilantro, water chestnuts, and vermicelli noodles.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, minced garlic, sugar, and black pepper. Pour this sauce over the vegetable mixture and toss to combine.
  3. Place a spring roll wrapper on a clean, dry surface, with one corner pointing towards you. Spoon about 2-3 tablespoons of the vegetable filling onto the bottom third of the wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the side corners, and roll up tightly.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Fry the spring rolls in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Serve the Silk Road Spring Rolls hot, with your favorite dipping sauce.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Large bowl Small bowl Whisk Cutting board Knife Frying pan Tongs Paper towels

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Serve with a side of sweet chili sauce or soy sauce for dipping.

Tips & tricks

Tips: Make sure the filling is completely cooled before wrapping the spring rolls to prevent the wrappers from becoming soggy.

Cost

$15