Best Spring Rolls With Shredded Broccoli Stems Vermicelli And Red Pepper Recipes

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SPRING ROLLS WITH SHREDDED BROCCOLI STEMS, VERMICELLI AND RED PEPPER



Spring Rolls With Shredded Broccoli Stems, Vermicelli and Red Pepper image

Lately I've been finding bags of shredded broccoli stems or broccoli stem slaw in supermarkets. I used just such a bag for this. You can grate the stems that come with your bunch broccoli for these, or you can save a bit of time and effort by buying the bagged product. Whichever way you go, these light, pungent spring rolls are easily assembled. The only problem you may have is if they sit for too long. If the broccoli stems have not been purged before you make the spring rolls they will continue to drain and the water can eventually dissolve the wrappers (I learned this when I made them, kept them overnight and took them the next day on a flight).

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield Makes 8 spring rolls

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 ounces rice vermicelli (thin rice sticks)
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
3 cups grated broccoli stems (it's fine to use a packaged mix of grated broccoli stems and carrots)
Salt to taste
4 ounces firm tofu, cut in 1x1/2-inch dominoes
1 tablespoon light miso
1 tablespoon chopped chives
2 tablespoons chopped Thai basil or tarragon
2 tablespoons mint leaves, coarsely chopped, plus additional leaves
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped, plus additional sprigs
8 inner romaine lettuce leaves, chopped
16 to 24 pieces pickled ginger (to taste)
8 8-1/2-inch rice flour spring roll wrappers

Steps:

  • Place the rice noodles in a large bowl and cover with hot water. Soak for 20 minutes, or until pliable. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Drain the noodles and add to the boiling water. Boil 1 minute and drain. Rinse with cold water and transfer to a bowl. Cut the noodles into 2-inch lengths with kitchen scissors. Toss with 2 teaspoons of the rice vinegar and the soy sauce.
  • Place the shredded broccoli stems in a colander and toss with salt to taste. Let drain for 15 minutes and squeeze out excess water. (This step can be omitted if serving the spring rolls right away).
  • Combine shredded broccoli stems with chopped herbs and 2 tablespoons of the rice vinegar in a large bowl. Place lettuce in another bowl and toss with remaining vinegar and salt to taste.
  • Pat tofu pieces dry with paper towels and spread a little miso on each piece.
  • Fill a bowl with warm water and place a spring roll wrapper in it just until it is pliable, about 30 seconds. Remove from water and drain briefly on a kitchen towel. Place wrapper on your work surface and arrange several cilantro sprigs and whole mint leaves, vein side up, on wrapper. Leaving a 2-inch margin on the sides, place a handful of the broccoli stem mixture on the wrapper, slightly nearer to the edge closest to you. Top with a handful of lettuce, then a handful of noodles. Arrange 2 pieces of tofu and 2 or 3 slices of pickled ginger on top of the noodles. Fold in sides of wrapper, then roll up tightly. To really firm up the rolls, wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 175, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 382 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

SPRING ROLLS



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These tasty spring rolls are packed with vegetables, seafood and pork. They contain a lot of ingredients but are worth the effort. Serve them with your favorite sauce. Some types of mushrooms may need to be soaked 2 to 3 hours before use. Ground turkey may be substituted for pork.

Provided by SALLYCOOKS

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Wraps and Rolls

Time 1h50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ounces dry soy vermicelli
4 eggs, beaten
1 onion, finely chopped
2 ounces mushrooms, drained and chopped
¾ (4 ounce) can small shrimp, drained and chopped
1 pound lean ground pork
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 carrot, shredded
2 ounces crabmeat
3 ounces bean sprouts
2 pinches ground black pepper
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons fish sauce
1 clove garlic, chopped
20 rice wrappers (6.5 inch diameter)
1 quart oil for deep frying

Steps:

  • Soak the vermicelli 30 minutes in warm water; drain.
  • In a large bowl, mix the vermicelli, eggs, onion, mushrooms, shrimp, pork, vegetable oil, carrot, crabmeat, bean sprouts, pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce and garlic.
  • One by one, moisten the rice wrappers with a damp tea towel and fill with 2 to 3 tablespoons of the vermicelli mixture. Roll the wrappers, and allow them to set for 30 minutes.
  • In a large saucepan, heat the oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Fry the spring rolls one or two at a time until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 62.9 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 268.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

EASY SPRING ROLLS



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Easily customizable, spring rolls are a refreshing healthy snack or starter. Each variation below layers lean proteins, fiber-rich veggies, flavorful sauces, and fresh herbs. Serve spring rolls with lime or lemon wedges.

Provided by EatAndRun

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 (8-ounce) round rice papers
¾ cup cooked rice vermicelli
4 ounces shredded cooked chicken
1 cup thinly sliced English cucumber
¼ cup chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons tzatziki sauce

Steps:

  • Fill a 9-inch pie plate with warm water; dip 1 rice paper into the water. Transfer to a work surface and let stand for a few seconds to soften.
  • Snip cooked rice noodles. Arrange 3 tablespoons noodles across the lower 1/3 of the softened rice paper. Top with 1 ounce chicken, 1/4 cup cucumber, 1 tablespoon mint, and 1/2 tablespoon sauce. Fold and lightly press bottom edge of rice paper over filling, tucking it underneath as you roll away from you. Fold in sides and continue to roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 25.4 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

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