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Thai Basil Beef Rolls Recipe

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These Thai Basil Beef Rolls are light, flavorful, and perfect as an appetizer or a fresh snack. Ground beef is cooked with aromatic garlic, shallots, and traditional Thai seasonings like soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fresh basil, then wrapped in delicate rice paper with optional fresh herbs and vegetables. Served with a tangy soy-lime or chili-garlic dipping sauce, they offer a delightful blend of savory, spicy, and herbal flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

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Main Filling

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small shallot, finely chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef (85/15)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or 1 minced Thai chili
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves, chopped

Rice Paper & Herbs

  • 8 to 10 rice paper wrappers
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves (optional)
  • 1/2 cup cilantro leaves (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onion (optional)
  • 1/4 cup julienned carrots or cucumbers (optional)

Dipping Sauce

  • 1/4 cup dipping sauce (soy-lime or chili-garlic blend)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Beef Filling: Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and chili flakes. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and looks glossy. Finish by stirring in fresh lime juice and chopped Thai basil. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  2. Prep the Wrapping Station: Fill a large shallow bowl or plate with warm water. Have a clean kitchen towel or cutting board nearby to assemble the rolls. Arrange the rice paper wrappers, beef filling, fresh herbs, and optional vegetables within easy reach.
  3. Soften the Rice Paper: Dip one rice paper wrapper into the warm water for about 5–10 seconds. It should remain slightly firm as it continues to soften while you work. Lay the softened wrapper flat on the towel or board.
  4. Fill and Roll: Spoon a small amount of the beef filling onto the bottom third of the rice paper. Add a few fresh herbs or vegetables as desired. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, tuck in the sides tightly like a burrito, and roll the wrapper up gently but firmly.
  5. Slice and Plate: After rolling all pieces, use a sharp knife to slice each roll in half. Arrange the rolls on a plate seam-side down. Garnish with extra herbs and serve with the dipping sauce on the side or drizzled on top.

Notes

  • Use warm water to soften rice paper for more pliability.
  • Feel free to add or substitute vegetables like julienned bell peppers or bean sprouts for extra crunch.
  • For a spicier kick, add more chili flakes or fresh minced Thai chilies.
  • These rolls are best eaten fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours wrapped in a damp towel and plastic wrap to retain moisture.
  • To make the dish gluten-free, use tamari or gluten-free soy sauce.

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