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Thai basil beef rolls with fresh vegetables and dipping sauce

Thai Basil Beef Rolls

These Thai basil beef rolls are fresh, flavorful, and high in protein, made with savory seasoned beef, Thai basil, crisp vegetables, soft rice paper, and a bright dipping sauce.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Lunch
Cuisine: Thai-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the beef filling:
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
  • For the rolls:
  • 8 rice paper wrappers
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup cucumber thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrot julienned
  • 1/2 cup fresh herbs such as cilantro or mint
  • lime wedges for serving
  • For the dipping sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon water as needed

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 knife
  • 1 Tongs
  • 1 shallow dish for rice paper
  • 1 small bowl for dipping sauce

Method
 

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  3. Stir in the garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, fish sauce if using, honey, and chili flakes.
  4. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes, then remove from the heat.
  5. Stir in the Thai basil while the beef is still warm so it softens slightly.
  6. Mix the dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl and adjust with water if needed.
  7. Fill a shallow dish with warm water and soften one rice paper wrapper at a time.
  8. Place lettuce, cucumber, carrot, herbs, and beef filling in the center of the wrapper.
  9. Fold in the sides and roll tightly like a fresh spring roll.
  10. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  11. Serve the rolls with dipping sauce and lime wedges.

Notes

Storage:
These rolls are best eaten fresh, but they can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Serving:
Serve chilled or at room temperature with dipping sauce on the side.
Meal Prep Tip:
Keep the beef filling, vegetables, herbs, and rice paper separate until ready to roll for the best texture.
Recipe Notes:
Do not over-soak the rice paper. It should feel flexible but not too soft, because it will continue to soften as you add the filling.
Protein Note:
Protein will vary depending on the beef, rice paper wrappers, and serving size used.