Vietnamese Spring Rolls: Discover Our Homemade Recipe

Vietnamese spring rolls, a symbol of Vietnamese cuisine, are an essential dish for lovers of exotic and authentic flavors. These crispy rolls, filled with savory fillings made from meat, shrimp and vegetables, are an invitation to a culinary journey to the heart of Vietnam. Served as an appetizer or main course, the spring roll is a pleasure to share, combining crispy textures and refined flavors. Discover the homemade recipe for Vietnamese spring rolls to recreate at home all the richness of this emblematic dish and transport your guests to the delights of Asia.

At the bottom of this article you will find a video link from our team that explains in detail how to make Vietnamese spring rolls.

History of Spring Rolls

Vietnamese spring rolls, called nem rán in the North and chả giò in the South, are a traditional dish rooted in Vietnamese cuisine and once reserved for the elite. This refined dish, which blends pork, vermicelli, mushrooms and various vegetables, was initially served at the Vietnamese royal court. The French, fascinated by its complexity and taste, nicknamed it the “imperial pâté” during colonization, thus evoking its connection to nobility.

Unlike spring rolls or Hong Kong egg rolls, the Vietnamese spring roll distinguishes itself by the use of very thin rice paper sheets that become crispy once fried. This particularity makes it a unique culinary symbol of Vietnam. Served with fresh herbs and nuoc-mam sauce, the spring roll is an invitation to discover the richness of Vietnamese gastronomy through harmonious flavors and crispy textures.

Homemade Recipe for Vietnamese Spring Rolls

1. Ingredients (4 people):

Spring roll filling :

• 500g minced chicken
• 1 grated carrot
• 30g dried shiitake mushrooms
• 1 onion cut into small pieces
• 50g transparent vermicelli
• Bean sprouts
• 1 egg
• Salt, pepper

Wrapper :

• 1 package of rice paper sheets
• 1 liter of oil

Vietnamese spring rolls, symbol of Vietnamese cuisine, are a must-have for lovers of exotic and authentic flavors. These crispy rolls, filled with savory fillings made from meat, shrimp and vegetables, are an invitation to a culinary journey to the heart of Vietnam. Served as an appetizer or main course, the spring roll is a pleasure to share, combining crispy textures and refined tastes. Discover the homemade recipe for Vietnamese spring rolls to recreate at home all the richness of this emblematic dish and transport your guests to the delights of Asia.

At the bottom of this article you will find a video link from our team that explains in detail how to make Vietnamese spring rolls

History of Spring Rolls

Vietnamese spring rolls, called nem rán in the North and chả giò in the South, are a traditional dish rooted in Vietnamese cuisine and once reserved for the elite. This refined dish, which blends pork, vermicelli, mushrooms and various vegetables, was initially served at the Vietnamese royal court. The French, fascinated by its complexity and taste, nicknamed it the “imperial pâté” during colonization, thus evoking its connection to nobility.

Unlike spring rolls or Hong Kong egg rolls, the Vietnamese spring roll distinguishes itself by the use of very thin rice paper sheets that become crispy once fried. This particularity makes it a unique culinary symbol of Vietnam. Served with fresh herbs and nuoc-mam sauce, the spring roll is an invitation to discover the richness of Vietnamese gastronomy through harmonious flavors and crispy textures.

Homemade Recipe for Vietnamese Spring Rolls

1. Ingredients (4 people):

Spring roll filling :

• 500g minced chicken
• 1 grated carrot
• 30g dried shiitake mushroom
• 1 onion cut into small pieces
• 50g transparent vermicelli
• Bean sprouts
• 1 egg
• Salt, pepper

Wrapper :

• 1 package of rice paper sheets
• 1 liter of oil

Sauce :

• Nuoc mam (fish sauce)
• 1 lemon
• Sugar
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Chili pepper

Accompaniments :

• Green salad: fresh and crispy, it balances the crispy and savory side of the spring rolls.
• Aromatic herbs: cilantro, mint and Thai basil are ideal for bringing notes of freshness and additional aromas.

2. Preparation :

Preparation of the spring rolls :

• Soak (for at least 30 minutes) the vermicelli and mushrooms in lukewarm water.
• Finely chop the onion and garlic and cook them in oil
• Finely slice the cabbage and carrots
• Mix the chicken, vermicelli, mushrooms, cabbage, carrots, bean sprouts, eggs, onion and garlic.
• Season the mixture with salt and pepper
• Mix everything with both hands until you have a uniform filling

Mix everything with both hands until you have a uniform filling

• Dip the rice paper sheet by placing it on a damp cloth
• Put the mixed filling on the sheet
• Roll upwards until the sheet completely covers the filling
• Heat the oil in a pan
• Put the spring rolls in the oil
• Cooking is finished when the spring rolls turn golden brown (approximately 5 minutes)

Preparation of the sauce :

• Prepare the sauce in a bowl according to the proportion: 1 part nuoc mam to 3 parts water.
• Add a teaspoon of lemon juice, a teaspoon of sugar
• Add the minced garlic and sliced chili pepper to taste

Presentation :

• Arrange the spring rolls accompanied by green salad, aromatic herbs and with the sauce.

Today, thanks to the import and spread of dairy products such as mayonnaise sauce, cheese and others; spring rolls in Vietnam are beginning to have variants: seafood spring rolls, where the inside is made up of different seafood and sliced vegetables, mixed with mayonnaise instead of egg yolks. The spring roll after rolling is dipped in beaten egg. Then it is covered with breadcrumbs and finally fried until crispy. This spring roll is not eaten with nuoc-mam but with soy sauce or mayonnaise.

The spring roll entered the French dictionary a long time ago. It has also become one of the favorite Asian dishes in the world. More and more cooking workshops present the spring roll as one of the two representative dishes of Vietnamese gastronomy.

In summary, making homemade Vietnamese spring rolls is a simple way to savor the authenticity of Vietnam at home. With personalized filling and a touch of nuoc-mâm, your spring rolls will be perfect for delighting your guests. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. Enjoy your meal!