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Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Chicken

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Vietnamese Summer Rolls with Chicken are a refreshing and healthy dish filled with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, all wrapped in delicate rice paper. Paired with a savory peanut dipping sauce, these rolls offer a balance of flavors and textures that make for a satisfying appetizer, lunch, or dinner.

Ingredients

  1. 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (or thighs)
    1 tablespoon soy sauce
    1 teaspoon sesame oil
    1 tablespoon olive oil
    1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    810 rice paper wrappers (810 inches)
    1 cup cooked vermicelli rice noodles (optional)
    1 cup shredded lettuce or cabbage
    1 cup julienned carrots
    1 cup cucumber, julienned
    1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
    1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
    1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
    1/4 cup chopped green onions
    3 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or chunky)
    2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
    1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    1 teaspoon soy sauce
    1 teaspoon sesame oil
    12 teaspoons warm water (to thin the sauce)
    Crushed peanuts for garnish (optional)

Instructions

For the chicken: Cook the chicken by heating olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season with soy sauce and sesame oil. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until fully cooked and golden brown. Rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.

  1. For the summer rolls: Prepare rice paper by dipping one sheet into warm water for 5-10 seconds until soft. Lay it on a clean, damp towel or cutting board.
  2. Assemble the rolls: Place shredded lettuce, julienned carrots, cucumber, and herbs on the bottom third of the rice paper. Add a small handful of vermicelli noodles (if using) and top with a few slices of chicken.
  3. Roll up the summer rolls by folding in the sides of the rice paper and rolling tightly around the filling, like a burrito.
  4. Serve: Arrange rolls on a platter and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds or extra cilantro. Serve with the peanut dipping sauce.
  5. For the peanut dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and warm water until smooth. Garnish with crushed peanuts if desired.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sriracha or chili flakes to the dipping sauce or inside the rolls.
  • Feel free to replace the chicken with shrimp, tofu, or additional vegetables for variety.
  • The peanut sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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