Ingredients
Method
Cooking the Filling
- 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.
- Stir in soy sauce and hoisin. Cook 1–2 minutes until the sauce reduces slightly and coats the beef.
- Add shredded carrots and chopped bell peppers. Sauté 2–3 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the fresh basil leaves until they just wilt. This preserves the basil’s aroma.
Assembling the Rolls
- Prepare a shallow dish of warm (not boiling) water. Submerge one rice paper wrapper for 10–15 seconds until pliable.
- 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.
- 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.
