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Delicious Thai Basil Beef Rolls, featuring fresh basil and tender beef.

Thai Basil Beef Rolls

These Thai basil beef rolls are savory and fragrant, wrapped in tender rice paper for a fresh, hand-held meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Filling ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 recommended) Ground turkey or chicken can be used for a lighter protein.
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce Look for gluten-free hoisin if needed.
  • 1 cup shredded carrots Use skinny carrot ribbons for prettier rolls.
  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves (Thai or sweet basil)
  • 8 sheets rice paper wrappers

Method
 

Cooking the Filling
  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Cook until no pink remains and the meat begins to brown, about 6–8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Stir in soy sauce and hoisin. Cook 1–2 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and coats the beef.
  3. Add shredded carrots and chopped bell peppers. Sauté 2–3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the fresh basil leaves until they just wilt. This preserves the basil’s aroma.
Assembling the Rolls
  1. Prepare a shallow dish of warm (not boiling) water. Submerge one rice paper wrapper for 10–15 seconds until pliable.
  2. Place the softened wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/8 of the filling onto the lower third of the wrapper. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly into a cylinder. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  3. Serve immediately with a dipping sauce, or keep the rolls covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.

Notes

Best served with a tangy peanut dipping sauce or spicy-sweet chili sauce. Store assembled rolls in a single layer in an airtight container lined with a damp paper towel for best texture.