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Lemongrass Chicken Spring Rolls

Fresh Lemongrass Chicken Spring Rolls: A Taste of Vibrancy

These Lemongrass Chicken Spring Rolls are a vibrant appetizer with fresh ingredients, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinade Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 stalks lemongrass minced
  • 1 medium shallot chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
For the Roll Assembly
  • 8 sheets rice paper
  • 1 cup romaine or butter lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup cucumbers sliced into thin strips
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Vietnamese dipping sauce store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate the chicken by combining minced lemongrass, chopped shallot, minced garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, honey, and light brown sugar in a bowl. Add the chicken and coat well, letting it marinate for about 15 minutes.
  2. While the chicken marinates, cook the vermicelli noodles according to package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside, then wash and slice the lettuce and cucumbers. Prepare dipping sauce if making from scratch.
  3. Heat a skillet over high heat and add the marinated chicken, cooking for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  4. Hydrate the rice paper by dipping each sheet in warm water for 15-20 seconds until pliable. Place on a clean surface.
  5. Assemble the spring rolls by layering lettuce, cucumber strips, vermicelli noodles, mint, and cooked chicken on the hydrated rice paper. Roll tightly from the bottom, folding in the sides halfway as you go.
  6. Serve the assembled spring rolls on a platter with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, keep components separate until ready to serve. Assemble rolls just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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