Steamed Rice Paper
Vietnamese Vietnamese - Steamed Dishes

Steamed Rice Paper

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 8 sheets round rice paper
  • • 250g minced pork
  • • 1/2 cup dried wood ear mushrooms, soaked and minced
  • • 2 shallots, minced
  • • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
  • • 1/4 cup mung bean sprouts
  • • 2 tbsp spring onion oil
  • • 2 tbsp fried shallots

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Fry the pork with the shallots and fish sauce until cooked, then mix in the wood ear and white pepper.

2
Phase 2

Soften each rice paper sheet over steam for 30 seconds until pliable.

3
Phase 3

Lay a sheet flat, fill with the pork filling and sprouts, and roll into a tight log, folding the sides in.

4
Phase 4

Steam the rolls for 5 minutes until the paper is translucent and tender.

5
Phase 5

Brush with the spring onion oil, top with the fried shallots, and serve with nuoc cham.