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Thai Basil Beef Rolls

Thai Basil Beef Rolls: Flavorful Wraps in Just 20 Minutes

Experience delightful Thai Basil Beef Rolls that combine rich flavors and fresh crunches in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Ground Chicken/Turkey
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese 5-Spice Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Thai Chili Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Toasted Sesame Oil
For the Wrapping
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas or Rice Paper
  • 1 cup Persian Cucumbers julienned
  • 1 cup Fresh Cilantro
  • 1 cup Thai Basil or Italian Basil
  • 2 pieces Green Onions chopped finely
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Peanuts dry roasted and unsalted
Optional Dipping Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 dash Chili Paste
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest
  • 2 teaspoons Lime Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • to taste Tamari
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger
  • 2 cloves Garlic

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Shallow Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Sauce Mixture by whisking together soy sauce, Thai chili sauce, sesame oil, and Chinese 5-spice powder in a medium bowl.
  2. Cook the Beef by browning the ground beef in a skillet, adding garlic and ginger, then mixing in the sauce.
  3. Warm the Tortillas or Rice Paper by either heating in a skillet or soaking in warm water until soft.
  4. Assemble the Rolls by placing the beef mixture, cucumbers, cilantro, basil, and onions into the wrappers, rolling tightly.
  5. Make the Dipping Sauce by mixing honey, ketchup, chili paste, lime zest, lime juice, rice vinegar, and tamari until combined.
  6. Serve and Enjoy the rolls warm with the optional dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Let the beef mixture cool slightly before wrapping to maintain the ideal texture.

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