Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine with these Thai Basil Beef Rolls. Featuring tender ground beef wrapped in delicate rice paper and infused with aromatic fresh basil, these rolls are perfect as appetizers or a main dish. The combination of savory beef and fragrant herbs creates an irresistible culinary delight that is both satisfying and refreshing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped
- 12 rice paper wrappers
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp chili sauce (adjust for spice preference)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Stir in soy sauce and remove from heat.
- Fold in chopped Thai basil to the beef mixture.
- Soften each rice paper wrapper by submerging it in warm water for about 15-30 seconds until pliable.
- Lay a softened wrapper on a clean surface, spoon some of the beef-basil mixture onto one end, fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry each roll until golden brown on all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side). Serve drizzled with chili sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Customize spice levels by adjusting chili sauce. For vegetarian options, replace ground beef with marinated tofu or tempeh.