Moroccan Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini-Honey Sauce Recipe
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Thai Basil Beef Rolls are fresh, flavorful spring rolls featuring marinated flank steak, aromatic Thai basil, and crisp vegetables wrapped in delicate rice paper. These rolls offer a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors, making a light appetizer or meal with a refreshing crunch and a hint of heat.
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:12 rolls
Ingredients
Beef and Marinade
1 lb flank steak, thinly sliced into strips
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional, for spice)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables and Herbs
12 rice paper wrappers
1 cup fresh basil leaves, whole
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 medium cucumber, julienned
1 small carrot, julienned
1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
Dipping Sauce (Optional)
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, minced garlic, and red chili flakes if using. Add the thinly sliced flank steak and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and let it marinate for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Cook the Beef: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated beef strips and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Prepare Rice Paper Wrappers: Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10 seconds until it just softens. Carefully remove and lay it flat on a clean surface for filling.
Add the Fillings: Place a few fresh basil leaves, cilantro leaves, and a small handful of julienned cucumber, carrot, and red bell pepper in the center of the softened rice paper. Top with several strips of the cooked beef.
Roll the Wraps: Fold the sides of the rice paper inward gently, then roll it tightly from the bottom up to enclose all fillings securely. Repeat the process for the remaining wrappers and ingredients.
Serve the Rolls: Arrange the rolls on a platter and serve immediately with a dipping sauce made from lime juice, fish sauce, and a touch of sugar or your preferred sauce.
Notes
Use a sharp knife to slice the beef thinly against the grain for tender, easy-to-bite strips.
Don’t overfill the rice paper to prevent tearing; a modest amount of filling works best for neat rolls.
Soften rice papers briefly to avoid them becoming too fragile and difficult to handle.
Try adding other veggies like thinly sliced red cabbage or bean sprouts for extra crunch and flavor.
Adjust the amount of red chili flakes to control the spice level according to your preference.
For a vegetarian version, substitute beef with tofu or tempeh and use soy sauce instead of fish sauce.
