Description
20 Minute Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a quick yet flavorful dish that transforms your kitchen into a vibrant street market. With tender ground beef, aromatic Thai basil, and fresh vegetables all wrapped in delicate rice paper, these rolls are perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Not only are they visually stunning, but they also deliver an explosion of flavors with every bite. Enjoy them as an appetizer or main course, served with a zesty dipping sauce for added delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup sliced vegetables (carrots and bell peppers)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- Chili sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Rinse and thinly slice the vegetables.
- Sauté the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef while breaking it apart. Add minced garlic and soy sauce; stir until fragrant.
- Add herbs and veggies: Toss in chopped Thai basil and sliced vegetables; cook until slightly softened yet crisp.
- Prepare rice paper: Dip each wrapper in warm water for 10-15 seconds until soft but firm enough to handle.
- Roll them up: Place a spoonful of the beef mixture on one end of each wrapper. Fold sides over and roll tightly from the bottom up.
- Serve: Arrange on a platter with lime wedges or chili sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 65mg