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Thai Basil Beef Rolls

Savory Thai Basil Beef Rolls Ready in Just 20 Minutes

Quick and customizable Thai Basil Beef Rolls, packed with savory beef and fresh herbs, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 rolls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or chicken/turkey
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger grated
  • 1 teaspoon Chinese 5-Spice Powder or substitute
  • 3 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Thai Chili Sauce adjust for heat preference
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil or olive oil
For the Wrapper
  • 4 Tortillas or Rice Paper
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Persian Cucumbers sliced
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro optional
  • 1/2 cup Thai Basil or Italian Basil
  • 2 Green Onions chopped
  • 1/4 cup Roasted Peanuts unsalted preferred

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • whisk
  • Small bowl
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the sauce mixture by whisking together the soy sauce, Thai chili sauce, toasted sesame oil, and Chinese 5-spice powder in a small bowl.
  2. Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour the sauce mixture over the browned beef and cook for another 3-5 minutes until glossy.
  5. Warm tortillas or soak rice paper in warm water until pliable, then lay flat to fill.
  6. Assemble the rolls by layering the beef mixture, cucumbers, cilantro, basil, and green onions on the wrapper, then add peanuts.
  7. Fold in sides and roll tightly to form a Thai Basil Beef Roll.
  8. Optional: Prepare a dipping sauce with soy sauce, chili sauce, and lime juice to serve alongside.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg

Notes

You can customize ingredients to suit your taste, swapping proteins and adding vegetables as desired.

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