Description
Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a flavorful fusion of spicy stir-fried beef with fresh herbs and crisp vegetables, wrapped in soft rice paper for a light yet satisfying meal. They blend the bold flavors of Thai cuisine with the refreshing texture of traditional Vietnamese-style rolls.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1–2 Thai chilies, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
- 8 rice paper wrappers
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cucumber, julienned
- 1 cup lettuce or mixed greens
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Sweet chili sauce or peanut sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
- Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and chilies. Cook for 2–3 minutes until well combined.
- Add Thai basil leaves and cook briefly until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare rice paper wrappers by dipping each one in warm water until pliable.
- Place lettuce, carrots, cucumber, and a spoonful of beef mixture onto the center of each wrapper.
- Add mint leaves if desired, then roll tightly, folding in the sides as you go.
- Serve immediately with sweet chili or peanut dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a lighter option, substitute ground chicken or turkey for beef.
- Use fresh Thai basil for authentic flavor — regular basil can be used as a substitute if unavailable.
- These rolls are best served fresh but can be stored wrapped in damp paper towels for up to 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stir-fry and wrap
- Cuisine: Thai