Vegetable and Tofu Summer Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce
Summer rolls are a light and refreshing appetizer or lunch that are perfect for hot weather. They are made with rice paper wrappers that are filled with vegetables, tofu, and herbs. The wrappers are then rolled up and served with a dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce. Our version of summer rolls is simple to make and can be customized to your liking. We use shredded carrots, cucumber, cabbage, bean sprouts, tofu, and fresh herbs. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, avocado, or mango. The rolls are then dipped in a sweet chili sauce that is made with sugar, vinegar, and chili peppers. Summer rolls are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your vegetables. They are also a great way to cool down on a hot day.
Summer rolls are a popular Vietnamese dish that is often served as an appetizer or lunch. They are made with rice paper wrappers that are filled with vegetables, tofu, and herbs. The wrappers are then rolled up and served with a dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce. Summer rolls are light and refreshing, and they can be easily customized to your liking. The history of summer rolls is long and complex, but it is believed that they originated in Vietnam in the early 1900s. At that time, Vietnam was a French colony, and the French introduced a number of new ingredients to the country, including rice paper. Vietnamese cooks quickly adapted rice paper to their own cuisine, and summer rolls were born. Summer rolls are now a popular dish all over the world. They are especially popular in Southeast Asia, where they are often served at parties and other social gatherings. Summer rolls are also a common dish in Chinese restaurants, where they are often called spring rolls. Our version of summer rolls is simple to make and can be customized to your liking. We use shredded carrots, cucumber, cabbage, bean sprouts, tofu, and fresh herbs. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, avocado, or mango. The rolls are then dipped in a sweet chili sauce that is made with sugar, vinegar, and chili peppers. Summer rolls are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your vegetables. They are also a great way to cool down on a hot day. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing appetizer or lunch, give summer rolls a try!
Vegetable and Tofu Summer Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce Vegetable and Tofu Summer Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce Vegetable and Tofu Summer Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce Vegetable and Tofu Summer Rolls with Sweet Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 package (8 ounces) rice paper wrappers
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup shredded cucumber
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 cup bean sprouts
  • 1/2 cup extra firm tofu, drained and pressed, then thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs, such as cilantro, basil, and mint
  • Sweet chili sauce, for serving
Instructions
  1. Fill a large bowl with warm water.
  2. Dip a rice paper wrapper in the water for a few seconds, until it becomes soft and pliable.
  3. Place the wrapper on a flat surface and arrange the carrots, cucumber, cabbage, bean sprouts, tofu, and herbs in the center.
  4. Roll up the wrapper tightly, starting from the bottom and working your way to the top.
  5. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and ingredients.
  6. Serve the summer rolls with sweet chili sauce.
Why It Works
  • The rice paper wrappers are thin and delicate, and they soften when they are dipped in water. This makes them easy to roll up without tearing.
  • The vegetables are shredded into thin strips, which makes them easy to eat and digest.
  • The tofu is drained and pressed to remove excess moisture, which gives it a firm texture.
  • The fresh herbs add flavor and freshness to the rolls.
  • The sweet chili sauce is a perfect dipping sauce for summer rolls. It is sweet, sour, and spicy, and it complements the flavors of the vegetables and tofu.