Noodle Rolls Recipe
Delicious and crispy air-fried noodle rolls made with vermicelli noodles, fresh vegetables, and your choice of firm tofu or shrimp, wrapped in delicate rice paper sheets and served with a flavorful dipping sauce. Perfect as a light appetizer or snack with a satisfying crunch and delightful blend of Asian flavors.
- Author: Cleo
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Noodle Rolls
- 8 rice paper sheets
- 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1 block firm tofu (or 8 cooked shrimp)
- 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Oil spray for air frying
Optional Dipping Sauce
- Sweet chili sauce
- Peanut sauce
- Soy-ginger sauce
- Soften Rice Paper: Soak one rice paper sheet in warm water for 10–15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable, making it easy to roll without tearing.
- Prepare Surface: Transfer the softened sheet to a damp surface such as a wooden board or clean kitchen towel to prevent sticking.
- Add Filling: Place a small layer of cooked vermicelli noodles, followed by shredded carrots, chopped cabbage, and your choice of tofu or cooked shrimp in the center of the sheet.
- Roll the Sheet: Fold in the sides of the rice paper and roll it tightly from the bottom upward like a burrito, ensuring the filling is securely wrapped. Repeat this process for all remaining sheets.
- Oil the Rolls: Lightly brush or spray each assembled roll with sesame oil or a neutral oil to aid in crisping during air frying.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2–3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange Rolls: Place the rolls seam-side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding to allow proper airflow.
- Air Fry: Cook the rolls for 8–10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time, until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Serve: Serve the crispy noodle rolls hot with your choice of dipping sauce such as sweet chili, peanut, or soy-ginger sauce for a flavorful finish.
Notes
- Rice paper sheets soften quickly; avoid soaking them too long or they may become difficult to handle.
- Substitute shrimp with firm tofu to keep this recipe vegetarian.
- Customize the dipping sauce according to your preference for added flavor.
- Ensure the air fryer basket is not overcrowded to maintain crispiness.
- For extra crunch, brush the rolls lightly with sesame oil before air frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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