Shrimp Summer Rolls With Peanut Dipping Sauce

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Fresh tasting summer rolls with a peanut dipping sauce. Can also be served with soy sauce.

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Steps

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Place rice sticks in large bowl.

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Add enough hot water to cover.

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Let stand until softened , about 15 minutes.

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Drain.

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Cut into 6-inch lengths.

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Set aside.

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Fill bowl with warm water.

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Add 1 rice-paper sheet and turn until beginning to soften , about 30 seconds.

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Remove from water.

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Drain on kitchen towel.

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Lay four shrimp halves , and a pinch of other ingredients onto bottom third of sheet.

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Leave about a half an inch free on the sides.

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Fold bottom of rice sheet over filling , then fold in ends and roll into tight roll.

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Place roll , seam side down , on plate.

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Repeat with remaining rice-paper sheets.

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Cover with damp paper towel and plastic wrap.

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Chill.

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Cut each roll diagonally into thirds.

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Sauce: heat peanut butter and hoisin in microwave or over medium heat , stir together , add a few tablespoons of water to get the desired consistency.

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Ingredients

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rice noodles, rice paper, cooked shrimp, fresh mint leaves, fresh cilantro leaves, fresh basil leaf, lettuce, mung bean sprouts, english cucumber, carrots, crunchy peanut butter, hoisin sauce, water