Avocado Shiitake Spring Rolls (Printable)
Fresh rice paper rolls with creamy avocado, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and crisp vegetables. Perfect light appetizer or healthy snack.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables & Mushrooms
01 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
02 - 4 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, sliced
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 1 small cucumber, julienned
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach or lettuce leaves
07 - 2 tbsp scallions, finely sliced
→ Rice Paper & Garnishes
08 - 8 sheets rice paper (8.5 inch diameter)
09 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
10 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves
→ Dipping Sauce
11 - 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
12 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
13 - 1 tsp sesame oil
14 - 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
15 - 1 tsp grated ginger
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - 1 tbsp water (as needed to thin)
# How To Make:
01 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly golden. Set aside to cool completely.
02 - Slice the avocado, julienne the carrot and cucumber, thinly slice the bell pepper, and finely chop the scallions. Arrange all prepared vegetables, spinach, and fresh herbs within easy reach for assembly.
03 - Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper sheet in the water for 10-15 seconds until just pliable and softened. Carefully lay flat on a clean kitchen towel or cutting board.
04 - Place a small handful of spinach or lettuce in the center of the rice paper. Layer with avocado slices, sautéed shiitake mushrooms, carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, scallions, and fresh herbs. Fold the bottom edge over the filling, fold in both sides, then roll tightly from bottom to top to seal. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 8 rolls.
05 - Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small bowl until smooth and well combined. Add water 1 teaspoon at a time to reach desired consistency.
06 - Serve spring rolls immediately, either whole or sliced in half diagonally, with the dipping sauce on the side. Best enjoyed fresh within 2 hours of preparation.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- No actual cooking required except for a quick mushroom sauté that takes five minutes tops
- They are somehow light yet completely satisfying at the same time
02 -
- Rice paper continues to soften after you remove it from water, so under-soaking is always better than over-soaking
- Work quickly once the wrapper is on your board because if it dries out it becomes brittle and cracks
03 -
- Double the dipping sauce recipe because everyone always wants more
- The rolls can be made a few hours ahead, just cover them tightly with damp paper towels and plastic wrap to prevent drying