Taste Air Fryer Rice Paper Noodle Rolls Recipe
These Air Fryer Rice Paper Noodle Rolls are a quick and healthy appetizer or snack featuring crispy rice paper shells filled with vermicelli noodles, fresh vegetables, and your choice of tofu or shrimp. Lightly brushed with sesame oil and air-fried to golden perfection, they offer a delightful crunch without deep frying. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat.
- 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
Ingredients
Scale
Rice Paper 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, peanut, or soy-ginger
Instructions
- Soften Rice Paper Sheets: Soak one rice paper sheet in warm water for 10–15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable, making it easier to roll without tearing.
- Prepare Work Surface: Transfer the softened rice paper onto a damp surface such as a wooden board or a clean, damp towel to prevent sticking while assembling.
- Add Filling: In the center of the rice paper, place a small layer of cooked vermicelli noodles, followed by shredded carrots, chopped cabbage, and your choice of protein—either cubed firm tofu or cooked shrimp. Add sliced green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine (or rice vinegar), sesame oil, and sugar as flavor enhancers mixed into the filling for a balanced taste.
- Roll the Rice Paper: Fold in the sides of the rice paper to enclose the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom upwards like a burrito to secure the contents inside. Repeat this process for all rice paper sheets.
- Prepare for Air Frying: Lightly brush or spray each roll with sesame oil or a neutral oil to promote crisping during air frying.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange Rolls in Air Fryer: Place the rolls seam-side down in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded to allow crispy and even cooking.
- Air Fry Rolls: Cook the rolls for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to achieve a golden-brown and crispy texture on all sides.
- Serve: Remove the rolls from the air fryer and serve hot with your preferred dipping sauce, such as sweet chili, peanut, or soy-ginger sauce, for maximum flavor enjoyment.
Notes
- Make sure not to over-soak the rice paper sheets; 10–15 seconds in warm water is sufficient to soften without making them too fragile.
- If using tofu, press it beforehand to remove excess moisture for better texture.
- You can substitute Shaoxing wine with rice vinegar for a non-alcoholic option.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping; cook in batches if necessary.
- Customize the filling by adding fresh herbs like mint or cilantro for extra freshness.
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