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Pan-fried Rice Paper Rolls with Spicy Peanut Sauce Recipe

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Three sesame-topped plant-based Pan-fried Rice Paper Rolls sit on a speckled plate with spicy peanut sauce and chopsticks.
Three Pan-fried Rice Paper Rolls topped with sesame seeds on a speckled plate, served with spicy peanut sauce and black chopsticks.

Golden, crunchy, and super satisfying, these rice paper rolls are filled with tofu, veg, and herbs, then pan-fried until perfectly crisp. Serve with spicy peanut sauce — trust us, it’s non-negotiable.

You will need

Serves 6-8

For the rice paper rolls:

  • 1 packet of large dried rice paper rolls
  • 200g of firm tofu, sliced thinly
  • 1 carrot, cut into strips
  • Thin rice noodles, soaked in warm water until soft
  • A handful of mint leaves
  • 1 cucumber, sliced as thin as possible
  • 1 avocado, thinly sliced, skin and pit removed
  • 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds (plus more to garnish)
  • 50ml of vegetable oil

For the sauce:

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 large tablespoons of smooth peanut butter
  • 20g roasted and crushed peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chilli oil
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin
  • 30ml of water

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Directions

10 mins to prep

10 mins to cook

  1. Step 1

    Soak the dried rice paper rolls in water for about 15 seconds or until pliable. Don’t leave them in too long, as they can rip when rolling later. Move to a chopping board.

  2. Step 2

    Lay the tofu on the rice paper, leaving an inch on either side to allow space to fold properly. Follow with a few strips of carrots, noodles, mint, cucumber, and avocado.

  3. Step 3

    To fold, pick up the edge of the rice paper and place it over the filling. Bring both edges towards you and then roll up.

  4. Step 4

    Roll each rice paper roll into a bowl of sesame seeds then place on baking paper to stop them from sticking.

  5. Step 5

    In a pan, add the 50ml of oil and heat to medium heat. Place the rice paper rolls and fry on each side until golden and crisp.

  6. Step 6

    For the sauce, mix all ingredients together.

  7. Step 7

    Serve the pan-fried rolls on a plate with your side of sauce and garnish with a sprinkling of sesame seeds.

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