Thai Basil Beef Rolls (Print-Friendly Version)
Flavorful beef strips with fresh herbs and vegetables wrapped in delicate rice paper for a quick, nutritious Asian-inspired dish.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Meat
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1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced into strips
→ Wraps & Herbs
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12 rice paper wrappers
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1 cup fresh basil leaves, whole
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1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
→ Vegetables
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1 medium cucumber, julienned
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1 small carrot, julienned
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1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
→ Sauce & Seasonings
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2 tablespoons fish sauce
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 tablespoon lime juice
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1 tablespoon brown sugar
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1 teaspoon garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
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In a bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and red chili flakes. Add the sliced beef and toss to coat. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
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Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside to cool slightly.
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Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for 5-10 seconds until it softens. Carefully remove it and place it on a clean surface.
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In the center of the softened rice paper, place a few basil leaves, cilantro leaves, strips of cucumber, carrot, and bell pepper. Add a few strips of cooked beef on top.
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Gently fold the sides of the rice paper in, then roll it tightly from the bottom up to enclose the filling. Repeat with the remaining rice paper wrappers and filling ingredients.
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Arrange the rolls on a platter. Serve with a dipping sauce made of lime juice, fish sauce, and a touch of sugar, or any dipping sauce of your choice.
# Tips and Suggestions:
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Fresh and flavorful combination of basil, cilantro, and lime creates a burst of flavor in every bite
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Great for entertaining as finger food
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Can be customized by adjusting spice levels or swapping ingredients to suit preferences