Fresh, crisp and easy to put together, these prawn rice paper rolls are made for warmer spring days. Using cooked peeled prawns keeps the preparation simple for lunch or a relaxed family meal.
Did You Know?
Rice paper wrappers do not need cooking. A quick dip in warm water makes them flexible, and they continue to soften after you take them out, so there is no need to soak them for long.
Quick Prawn Rice Paper Roll Guide
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Makes: 10 rolls
Ingredients:
- 300g cooked and peeled prawns, chilled
- 10 rice paper wrappers
- 100g rice vermicelli noodles
- 1 carrot, cut into thin strips
- 1 cucumber, cut into thin strips
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- Fresh mint leaves
- Fresh coriander leaves
- Sweet chilli sauce or your preferred dipping sauce
How to Prepare:
- Prepare the noodles according to the packet directions, then drain and cool.
- Have the cooked prawns, vegetables and herbs ready before starting.
- Dip one rice paper wrapper briefly in warm water.
- Place it on a clean board and add prawns, noodles, vegetables and herbs.
- Fold in the sides, then roll firmly around the filling.
- Repeat and serve with your favourite dipping sauce.
Tips for Better Rice Paper Rolls
- Don’t over-soak the wrappers as they will continue to soften.
- Avoid overfilling to make rolling easier.
- Keep finished rolls slightly apart so they don’t stick together.
- Keep prawn-filled rolls chilled until serving.
- Add avocado, capsicum or bean sprouts for a different texture.
If you’re packing them for lunch or a picnic, keep the rolls cold in an insulated bag or esky with ice bricks.
Quick Dipping Sauce
A simple dipping sauce can bring the whole roll together. Mix:
- 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp soy sauce
Stir well and serve on the side with the prawn rice paper rolls. Add a little chopped chilli if you prefer more heat.
Looking for fresh spring lunch ideas using cooked prawns? Explore cooked and peeled prawns from Seafood Factory Outlet for homemade rice paper rolls, salads and other easy meals.