Description
These high-protein crispy rice paper rolls are a healthy and delicious twist on traditional spring rolls, featuring a savory filling of ground turkey or tofu, fresh vegetables, and herbs, baked to golden perfection. Served with a flavorful homemade ginger sauce, they’re perfect as a nutritious appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Rice Paper Rolls:
- 12 Rice Paper Rolls
- 1 lb. Ground Turkey or Tofu
- 2 Carrots, grated
- 1/2 Red Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced or chopped
- 2 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp. Ginger, grated or minced
- 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp. Low Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari Sauce
- 1/3 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
- Sesame Seeds, for baking
For the Ginger Sauce:
- 1 tsp. Olive Oil
- 1” Fresh Ginger, grated
- 2 Garlic Cloves, minced or grated
- 3 tbsp. Tamari Sauce, Low Sodium
- 1 tbsp. Agave, or Maple Syrup
- 1 – 2 tsp. Flour, to preferred sauce thickness
- 1/2 cup Water
- Salt & Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute. Add minced garlic, finely chopped red onion, and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant, approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Cook the Meat Filling: Add the ground turkey (or tofu) to the skillet, breaking it up occasionally with a spatula to cook evenly. Continue cooking until fully done and no longer pink.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Stir in grated carrots, sliced mushrooms, and low sodium soy or tamari sauce. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly, then fold in fresh parsley.
- Soften Rice Paper Rolls: Fill a large bowl with cold water. Soak each rice paper roll for 15-30 seconds until pliable, then lay them flat on a nonstick surface.
- Assemble Rolls: Spoon a generous amount of the turkey or tofu filling onto the center of each softened rice paper. Roll them up tightly like a burrito, ensuring the filling is sealed inside. Place each roll on the prepared baking sheet.
- Prepare for Baking: Brush each rice paper roll lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds to add flavor and crunch.
- Bake Rolls: Bake the rice paper rolls in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, turning the baking sheet halfway through to ensure even crispiness. Bake until they’re golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Make the Ginger Sauce: While rolls bake, heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add grated ginger and minced garlic, sautéing briefly until aromatic.
- Combine Sauce Ingredients: Whisk in tamari sauce, agave or maple syrup, flour, water, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Serve: Serve the crispy rice paper rolls warm, accompanied by the ginger sauce for dipping. Enjoy this flavorful, high-protein dish!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey with tofu to make it vegetarian.
- Adjust the soaking time of rice papers according to their thickness to avoid tearing.
- Use tamari sauce for a gluten-free option.
- The sauce thickness can be adjusted by varying flour quantity depending on your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat in the oven for best crispness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Keywords: rice paper rolls, crispy rolls, ground turkey recipe, high protein appetizer, baked spring rolls, ginger sauce, healthy snacks
