Name: Spring Rolls
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 450 grams Beef mince; 30 Spring Roll sheets; 1 Onion (tiny cubes); 1 Bell pepper (tiny cubes); 9 Garlic cloves (minced); 1 cup Sweet corn; 1 cup Fresh parsley leaves (roughly chopped); 4 tsp Oyster sauce; 1 tsp Paprika powder; 1 tsp Salt; 1/2 tsp Ground black pepper; 3 Tbsp Olive oil; Sunflower oil to fry the spring rolls; 1 tsp Flour; 2 Tbsp Water

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Ingredients

Spring Roll Wrappers, Beef mince or Chicken mince, Oyster sauce, Paprika powder, Salt, Ground black pepper, Onion, Green Bell pepper, Garlic cloves, Sweet corn, Parsley, Water, All purpose flour or Regular white flour

Using fresh ingredients for spring roll wrappers and filling is essential for a delicious experience. Choose high-quality, firm wrappers to maintain shape. Key condiments like oyster sauce, paprika, salt, and ground pepper enhance the beef filling. Sweet corn adds sweetness and crunch, while green bell peppers provide earthiness and fresh parsley adds brightness. Use all-purpose flour as paste to seal the rolls. You can substitute beef with chicken, shrimp, or make them vegetarian with tofu and your favorite veggies!

Instructions

Begin by heating the pan to medium heat and adding a tablespoon of oil. Add the chopped onions and sauté until caramelized, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and repeat the process.

Add the minced beef and cook for ten minutes. Then, add the spices and oyster sauce. Once the beef is browned, incorporate the sweet corn, parsley, and green bell pepper.

Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool before assembling the spring rolls. If frozen, thaw the spring roll wrappers; they will take approximately 20 minutes to reach room temperature. Prepare a clean surface or use a plate. Gently peel the spring roll wrappers from the edges. High-quality spring roll wrappers, such as Spring Home, will peel easily. In a small bowl, add two teaspoons of flour and three tablespoons of water. The flour paste acts as a natural glue to seal the edges of the wrapper and ensure that the spring rolls are tightly sealed.

Place the spring roll wrapper in a diamond shape on your work surface. If you are using small spring roll wrappers, use two teaspoons of beef mince filling and increase accordingly for different-sized wrappers.

Spread flour paste on the top and bottom of a diamond-shaped spring roll wrapper. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, adding a bit of flour paste to seal. Apply flour paste to the inside corners, then fold in the side corners to form an envelope shape. Roll the wrapper tightly. Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry a few spring rolls for three minutes on the thick side and two minutes on the thin side until golden and crispy. Remove and let rest on paper towels. Enjoy with hot sauce, lime juice, or soy sauce.

Expert Tips

Spring rolls can be prepared in advance and frozen, but avoid rice paper wrappers as they don’t freeze well. Keep the filling compact to make rolling easier and stack prepared rolls to prevent sticking. To bake, preheat the oven to 200°C and bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway. A drizzle of oil enhances crispiness. Use various vegetables, herbs, and proteins for flavor, and pair with dipping sauces like sweet chili, hoisin, or peanut for added taste.

What to Serve with Spring rolls?

Spring rolls are widely eaten in Asian countries such as China, India, Vietnam, and Thailand. If you are preparing dishes that require a crunchy side-dish, spring rolls are a perfect accompaniment. Pair the spring rolls with crunchy cucumber salad. For an Asian twist, serve it with a Hot Pho or Tom Yum Goong soup.

How to Store Spring Rolls?

Store uncooked spring rolls in the freezer for over three months. Pre-freeze them on a tray for 30 minutes to an hour before placing them in a freezer-proof container. This prevents sticking and tearing during frying.