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Fresh Spring Roll Wraps

These Fresh Spring Roll Wraps are a heartier take on the classic Vietnamese appetizer. Perfect for a healthy lunch or light weeknight dinner.
Servings 6 wraps
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless pork loin or shoulder
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
  • 2 whole star anise pods
  • 4 to 6 whole cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1 yellow onion sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 4 ounces rice vermicelli
  • 6 spinach tortillas or wraps
  • 1 pound large cooked shrimp sliced in half
  • 1/2 English cucumber sliced into long thin strips
  • 2 medium carrots shredded
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh Thai leaves
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/2 cup crunchy peanut butter

Instructions

  • Place the pork in a medium saucepan and fill with enough water to cover the pork completely. Add in the peppercorns, star anise, cloves, cumin, fennel seeds, onion, and garlic. Bring to a simmer and cook over low heat until fork tender, about 45 mins to 1 hour. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Thinly slice and set aside until ready to use.
  • Bring a medium pot of water to a boil and add in the noodles. Cook until al dente, about 3 to 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • When ready to assemble the wraps, warm up the tortillas slightly in a dry skillet to make them pliable. Working with one at a time, place a bit of noodles in the center. Top with a few slices of shrimp and pork. Top with cucumber, carrot, herbs and lettuce. Fold the sides slightly and then roll like you would a burrito. Set aside and continue assembling the rest. Chill or serve immediately with the peanut sauce (recipe follows) or sriracha for dipping.
  • To make the peanut sauce, combine the hoisin and peanut butter in a small saucepan. Add a splash or two of water and cook over low heat until it melts and comes together.
Author: The Candid Appetite