Description
These Thai Basil Beef Rolls are fresh, vibrant, and bursting with bold flavor. Juicy savory beef, fragrant basil, crisp veggies, and a tangy dipping sauce are wrapped together for a light yet satisfying bite perfect for appetizers, lunch, or parties.
Ingredients
Beef Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp chili paste or sriracha (optional)
- 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
Rolls
- 8–10 rice paper wrappers or large lettuce leaves
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, sliced
Dipping Sauce
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey or sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional chili flakes for heat
Instructions
- Cook the beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Add garlic and ginger and sauté about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and chili paste. Cook 2–3 minutes until slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and stir in Thai basil.
- If using rice paper wrappers, dip each briefly in warm water until soft and lay flat. Skip this step if using lettuce leaves.
- Place a scoop of beef mixture in the center, add carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, and green onions. Fold sides inward and roll tightly.
- Whisk dipping sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
- Serve rolls fresh with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Swap beef for ground chicken or tofu for a lighter option.
- Add crushed peanuts for extra crunch.
- Fillings can be prepped ahead, but rolls are best eaten fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Lunch, Party Food
- Method: Stovetop / Assembly
- Cuisine: Thai