Vietnamese Summer Rolls & Peanut Sauce These scrumptious rolls will quickly have you saying, “Where have you been all my life!?” Light and crunchy, Vietnamese Summer Rolls are an inviting choice for warm spring and summer days. Plus, a variety of your favorite ingredients can be substituted for the recipe here making it a great menu item several days a week. They are the perfect meal for one or as appetizers for thirty. Once the prep work is done, the rolls come together quickly. Although the rolls can be made ahead, they’re better rolled fresh. Here’s a helpful tip—keep sealed containers full of prepped fillings in the refrigerator and a healthy, delicious meal can be on the table in minutes. The rolls are delightful as is or you can prepare dipping sauces. Peanut sauce is the traditional accompaniment but we’ve included a couple other options to try. Mix all ingredients well to prepare sauces. Serve them at room temperature. We’ve made basic Shrimp Rolls. Other tasty ingredients to consider as replacements or additions include: chicken, tofu, chopped peanuts, avocado, sprouts of all kinds, mint, basil, apple, mango, arugula and spinach. You’re limited only by your imagination. Have fun!
76 Asian Fabric 2013