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Fresh Thai Basil Beef Rolls filled with lean beef, carrots, and cucumbers wrapped in clear rice paper.
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High Protein Thai Basil Beef Rolls

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 500 g lean ground beef (95/5)
  • 2 cups fresh Thai basil leaves
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 3 Thai bird 's eye chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut sugar
  • 12 large rice paper wrappers
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 cup sliced cucumbers

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, fish sauce, and coconut sugar.
  • Heat a wok or large non-stick skillet over high heat.
  • Add minced garlic and chilies to the pan, sautéing for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  • Add the ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles, and cook until fully browned and moisture has evaporated.
  • Pour the sauce mixture over the beef and stir-fry for 2 minutes until the sauce glazes the meat.
  • Remove from heat and immediately fold in the Thai basil leaves until they are wilted.
  • Prepare a rice paper wrapper by dipping it in warm water for 5 seconds until pliable.
  • Place a portion of the beef mixture, shredded carrots, and cucumber slices in the center of the wrapper.
  • Fold the bottom edge over the filling, tuck in the sides, and roll tightly to seal.
  • Repeat the process for the remaining wrappers and filling.