Fresh Spring Rolls With Thai Dipping Sauce
Description
These Thai fresh spring rolls with shrimp are a healthy treat. Shrimp is a good low-fat, high-protein substitute for meat.
Ingredients
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6 spring roll wrappers (available in Asian markets)
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1 cup shredded leaf lettuce
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12 medium shrimp, cooked and shelled
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1/2 cup peeled, seeded, chopped cucumber
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1 medium carrot, julienned
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1/3 cup chopped cilantro
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3 tablespoons mirin
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1 tablespoon light soy sauce
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1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar or rice vinegar
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1/4 teaspoon grated ginger root
Directions
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In a bowl of cool water, soak a wrapper until limp. Lay wrapper out flat. Place 1/6 of lettuce down middle of wrapper, then 1/6 of shrimp, cucumber, carrot, and cilantro. Fold over each end and tightly roll the wrapper around the contents, as if making a burrito. Moisten at seam; press to close.
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Lay on plate, cover with moist paper towel and refrigerate until ready to serve. Then slice in two and serve with dipping sauce, below, or peanut sauce.
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To make the Quick Thai Dipping Sauce: Combine mirin, soy sauce, vinegar, and ginger in a small bowl.