Crispy Fried Shrimp Spring Rolls

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Crispy Fried Shrimp Spring Rolls.

1. Step 1

   Soak the bean thread noodles and dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 10 to 15 minutes until they soften. Drain and cut the noodles into 1-inch pieces. Mince the shiitake mushrooms.

2. Step 2

   In a large bowl, combine the noodles, minced mushrooms, chopped onion, jicama, and sliced green onions.

3. Step 3

   Halve each shrimp lengthwise and cut each half into three 1-inch pieces. Lightly flatten each piece and add it to the vegetable mixture. Stir in the beaten egg, fish sauce, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.

4. Step 4

   Cut each spring roll wrapper diagonally to create two triangles. Keep the wrappers covered with plastic wrap to prevent them from drying out.

5. Step 5

   Prepare a small bowl of water for sealing the spring rolls. On a clean surface, lay a triangle-shaped wrapper with the longest side facing you. Place about 2 tablespoons of the shrimp mixture in the center, about 1/2 inch from the bottom edge. Fold the left and right points over the filling, then roll the wrapper towards the remaining point, tucking it around the filling as you go.

6. Step 6

   Moisten the edges of the final point with water to seal the roll. Place the finished spring roll on a sheet of waxed paper and repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling until all are made.

7. Step 7

   In an 11-inch skillet, heat enough peanut oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1/2 inch deep. While the oil heats, finish rolling the remaining spring rolls.

8. Step 8

   Carefully add 7 or 8 spring rolls to the hot oil and fry for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, ensuring they are spaced about 1/2 inch apart to avoid overcrowding. Once golden brown, remove them to a cooling rack set over paper towels. Continue frying in batches until all spring rolls are cooked.

9. Step 9

   For the dipping sauce, mix hot water with sugar until dissolved. Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and sambal oelek. Serve the sauce in individual bowls alongside the spring rolls.

10. Step 10

    To serve, place each spring roll on a lettuce leaf and garnish with mint and cilantro leaves. Wrap the lettuce around the spring roll to create a bundle and enjoy with the dipping sauce.