Vietnamese Mixed Rice Paper Salad (Bánh Tráng Trộn)

Bánh Tráng Trộn is a vibrant and flavorful Vietnamese street food salad made with rice paper, fresh herbs, and a mix of crunchy toppings. This dish offers a delightful combination of textures and tastes that can be enjoyed as a light meal or snack.

Steps

1. Soak the rice paper in warm water for about 10-15 seconds until soft, then lay it flat on a cutting board. 2. In the center of the rice paper, layer the shredded carrots, cucumber, bean sprouts, and chopped cilantro. 3. Sprinkle the crushed peanuts, fried shallots, and chili flakes on top. 4. In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar until well combined. Drizzle over the filling. 5. Carefully roll the rice paper, folding the sides in first, then rolling from the bottom up to enclose the filling. 6. Slice the roll in half and serve with extra lime juice on the side, if desired.

1 large rice paper sheet 1/4 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup cucumber, julienned 1/4 cup bean sprouts 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1 tbsp crushed peanuts 1 tbsp fried shallots 1 tsp chili flakes (optional) 1 tbsp lime juice 1 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option) 1 tsp sugar