Pork & Shrimp Spring Rolls

Pork & Shrimp Spring Rolls in the USA

Pork & shrimp spring rolls are a popular appetizer or side dish found in many Vietnamese, Chinese, and Thai restaurants across the United States. They are typically made with a combination of ground pork, shrimp, vegetables, and rice noodles, wrapped in a thin rice paper wrapper and fried until golden brown.

Ingredients:

Ground pork

Shrimp, peeled and deveined

Rice noodles, soaked and softened

Carrots, shredded

Green onions, chopped

Bean sprouts

Rice paper wrappers

Vegetable oil, for frying

Preparation:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, shrimp, rice noodles, carrots, green onions, and bean sprouts. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Lay a rice paper wrapper on a flat surface and spoon about 1/4 cup of the filling in the center.

3. Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, then roll it up tightly.

4. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).

6. Carefully drop the spring rolls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

7. Drain the spring rolls on paper towels and serve immediately with dipping sauce.

Dipping Sauces:

Sweet and Sour Sauce
Combine equal parts sugar, vinegar, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened.

Hoisin Sauce
A thick, savory sauce made from fermented soybeans, garlic, and spices.

Sriracha Sauce
A spicy chili sauce made from red jalapeño peppers.

Popular Restaurants in the USA:

Pho 79
A Vietnamese restaurant chain with locations in California, Texas, and Virginia.

Lee's Sandwiches
A Vietnamese sandwich shop with locations in California, Texas, and Florida.

Pink Elephant Thai Cuisine
A Thai restaurant with locations in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

China Bistro
A Chinese restaurant chain with locations in California, Nevada, and Arizona.

P.F. Chang's
A Chinese-American restaurant chain with locations across the country.

Nutritional Information:

A single pork & shrimp spring roll typically contains around:

Calories
150-200

Fat
5-10 grams

Carbohydrates
20-25 grams

Protein
10-15 grams

Variations:

Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Omit the pork and shrimp and use tofu or tempeh instead.

Chicken Spring Rolls
Use ground chicken instead of pork.

Vegetable Spring Rolls
Use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and bell peppers.

Crispy Spring Rolls
Wrap the spring rolls in wonton wrappers and fry until crispy.

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