Spring
Cambodian-Style Spring Rolls
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Amalieknage
November 26, 2022
You write 1/4 of a package of noodles. The Asian supermarket has many sizes of packages, do you have the weight in grams? Thanks! 😊
Amalieknage
November 26, 2022
I would also like to add that I think the amount of sesame oil in the dipping sauce recipe is way too much. it overpowers the Mango completely. I would reduce it to 2 teaspoons, and add some neutral oil to get the same emulsion.
boulangere
November 26, 2022
Most grocery store packages of fine rice noodles average 7-8 ounces, so rounding up, 1/4 would be about 2 ounces, or 56 grams. Thank you for asking.
sandyrepp
August 23, 2017
The ingredient list includes "Washed peels from 2 mangos" among the ingredients for steaming the shrimp, but they aren't mentioned in the instructions. Do you line the steamer with them, put them in the steaming water, or what? Thanks.
boulangere
September 17, 2017
The list of ingredients for steaming the shrimp lists the washed peels from the mangos, as you note. Instruction 1 says to bring to a boil all ingredients except the shrimp, which includes everything in the steaming ingredients, including the mango peels.
John
November 22, 2015
These spring rolls are an absolutely winner. I always love new recipes. Thanks for sharing.
boulangere
November 22, 2015
John, thank you very much for your kind words. I am delighted you enjoy them.
lorelei
January 19, 2015
I don't know if anyone's mentioned this already, but these delicious rolls hold together much better if you do two layers of rice paper. It makes a huge difference! And great recipe, so easy and tasty.
boulangere
January 19, 2015
Thank you, lorelei for an interesting idea. I'm very glad you enjoy them.
gingerroot
July 20, 2014
These are fabulous. In addition to shrimp, I made chicken and tofu versions to accommodate potluck palates. Perfect summer fare. Can't wait to make them again.
Kristen G.
February 7, 2014
Hello.. Where can I find Rice paper wrappers? Which section will it be? Please advise...
Caroline B.
March 12, 2014
It should be in the Asian or International Foods section of the grocery store. In my experience, most chains sell them (I have seen them in Hy-Vee, Meijer, Kroger, and Wal-Mart, if you have those stores in your area). You could also find them online or at an Asian food store.
irene
August 21, 2013
you can prepare the ingredients ahead of time, mai fun has to be microwaved for 25 seconds or so to softened...i like to sliver zucchini and grilled marinated shrimp w garlic. it gives so much flavors, as we do in our catering company saffron59.com....
beejay45
July 15, 2013
I've bought these wrappers over and over and never got up the courage to actually try to make the rolls. Thanks for the nudge. Maybe this time I'll actually do it. I love the idea of the mango in there with the shrimp!
boulangere
July 16, 2013
Oh, good for you! Even if a few tear, and they will at first, you'll quickly get the hang of just how long they need to be in the water and how much filling they can (or can't) accommodate. And you'll feel fantastic for mastering something new. I hope you enjoy them.
LLStone
January 29, 2013
What do you think about rolling these the night before, covering tightly, and taking to a work function? They look so good, but I would need to make them ahead. If my best bet is making the filling and rolling in the a.m., I might be able to make that work, too.
boulangere
January 30, 2013
Filling & rolling in the a.m. is honestly going to be your best bet. The filling is moist enough that it tends to break down the rice paper wrappers - I learned that the hard way when I made extra so I'd have some leftovers. I ended up scooping out the filling and refilling fresh wrappers. The good news is that your filling is going to taste even better the second day!
boulangere
January 30, 2013
P.S. Sorry, I forgot to mention that you can by all means make the filling a day head.
mainesoul
July 9, 2012
I made these for a pot luck yesterday. I tripled the recipe. They were gobbled up quickly with rave reviews.
boulangere
July 9, 2012
Well I guess that confirms that they're great pot luck food. Thank you; I'm so glad you got such a wonderful response!
lorigoldsby
May 25, 2012
Congrats B! I just logged in after being gone for a month or so, and the first thing I see is your winning recipe...like a beautiful ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds, and running into a long, lost friend "hello friend!, it's going to be a lovely day!"
boulangere
May 25, 2012
Thank you so much, Lori, and welcome home just in time for a holiday weekend!
Kitchen B.
May 24, 2012
Pleased for your Boulangere - I will have to give these a try, possibly this weekend. WEll done
arielleclementine
May 23, 2012
many congrats on a beautiful recipe, boulangere! can't wait to try these!
Greenstuff
May 23, 2012
I am definitely making these! Many times. I've made a few similar rolls and a local caterer also makes a mango version. But the second I saw your recipe was a finalist, I thought...yes, this is now my standard. A big congratulations.
Greenstuff
May 24, 2012
Made them tonight! I did not blend the dipping sauce, but we loved it as it was, even without blending. Congratulations once again.
boulangere
May 25, 2012
It never even crossed my mind not to blend the sauce. I'm so glad you liked it, and thank you!
pierino
May 23, 2012
Big Congrats to boulangere!!. Do they have mango trees in Montana? Maybe it should be on the license plate, like "Mangoes R Us".
cookinginvictoria
May 23, 2012
Congratulations, boulangere! I agree with all of the other comments here. So happy to see you in the winner's circle! Beautiful recipe and beautiful story -- I look forward to making these spring rolls very soon. Thank you for sharing so much of your culinary experience and knowledge on food52. I have learned so much from your recipes & posts.
boulangere
May 23, 2012
You are extremely kind, civ, and thank you. Food52 makes many things possible for us all.
TheWimpyVegetarian
May 23, 2012
Yay!!!!! I'm so happy for you! Major congrats to you and your wonderful recipe b.
TheWimpyVegetarian
May 23, 2012
Well, when I saw that you had something like 5000 views to my 100, I'm not sure you were actually running WITH me. LOL. You were way out in front from the get-go. And I couldn't be happier to lose to you :-) On the run today with errands, shopping and real estate stuff. Tomorrow: Hawaii and a whole lot of relaxation. Have a wonderful Holiday weekend, my friend.
BoulderGalinTokyo
May 21, 2012
Wonderful story to a delicious dish. Tried them last night but didn't have Sambal Olek. just substituted a miso chili paste (sorry). Absolutely delicious. I've cooked with rice paper wrappers before, so to those who hesitate-it is not that hard, you will learn a totally different way of cooking. Congrats, boulangere, and Thank You!
boulangere
May 21, 2012
Oh, I'm so glad you tried them! However you pack your heat - whatever works! Thank you very much.
Kitchen B.
May 18, 2012
Boulangere - you are a role model. Your recipe headnotes says SO much! I love the flavours - congratulations
boulangere
May 18, 2012
One of the many wonderful qualities about this site is that we all get to learn much from each other. Thank you very much.
boulangere
May 17, 2012
There is nothing quite like having one's recipe photographed by one of Food52's pros.
TheWimpyVegetarian
May 17, 2012
Isn't that the truth. Just a stunning photo, B. I subscribe to Nicole's blog - her photos are just stunning.
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Thanks for the tip. Her photo of your chilled soup makes me want to dive in!
Hilarybee
May 17, 2012
Congratulations! I saw this recipe posted and I had a hunch it would be picked! Can't wait to give it a try!
Midge
May 17, 2012
I love these and the story behind them! Congrats boulangere!!
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Thank you - those spring picnics are among my fondest memories of the time and the place. Did you see below that AntoniaJames's sons went to the same daycare? Small world, lovely world.
fiveandspice
May 17, 2012
Congratulations B!!! Excessive exclamation points are in order!!!!! These look SO delicious, and the story behind them is just wonderful.
Shalini
May 17, 2012
I would love to try these, having never made rice paper rolls before. As soon as I find the rice papers I intend to! Congratulations, and great story!
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Thank you, Shalini. I was so happy to learn that rice paper wrappers weren't the intimidating things I'd always seen them as. And fortunately, they're inexpensive so it's no big deal if you tear a few at first.
mrslarkin
May 17, 2012
love this recipe, and the food memory. Well done, boulangere, and congratulations!
AntoniaJames
May 17, 2012
BTW, how large is the package of mai fun noodles? At the Chinese grocery where I shop, they sell them in packets the size of your hand, and larger ones up to about the size of a large dictionary. ;o)
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Oh, good question. Mine came from a 6.75 ounce package. The packet the size of your hand would probably be just right here.
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Though I'd love to see the one the size of a dictionary! I'd love to see a Chinese grocery again, for that matter.
creamtea
May 17, 2012
These look so tempting. I may try them with firm white fish instead of shrimp.
Panfusine
May 17, 2012
Congratulations on the finalist pick, these rolls look so 'angelically' beautiful, the veil of the rice paper... I may just omit the shrimp and make some!
TheWimpyVegetarian
May 17, 2012
CONGRATULATIONS, CYNTHIA!!!!!!!!! These look just amazingly wonderful, like all your recipes. I'm so happy to see you in the finalist round and wish all the best this week!!!!
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Being in the ring with you is seriously intimidating, and I'm honored to be there with you! The very best to you as well, my dear!
gingerroot
May 17, 2012
Congrats on being a finalist, boulangere! These rolls are gorgeous and I can't wait to try them.
meganvt01
May 17, 2012
I have always wanted to make these type of spring rolls and now I have this delicious inspiration to try! Congrats on a beautiful recipe.
boulangere
May 17, 2012
Thank you so much. They're really very easy, and fortunately rice paper wrappers are inexpensive. If you tear a few on the learning curve, it's no big deal.
AntoniaJames
May 17, 2012
boulangere, was this child care in Piedmont? If so, I'm certain that they also cared for my two sons. . . . and what an amazing, wonderful coincidence. ;o)
AntoniaJames
May 17, 2012
Yes, same loving people with the bonus that the youngest child was a gifted pianist, so my babies got to listen to Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, etc. (as in concertos, i.e., difficult and complex) on their concert grand in the next room when he came home in the afternoon. And our picnics were memorable, too. Love your recipe, and the inspiration for it. ;o)
boulangere
May 17, 2012
How old are your sons? Mine is 25. There is a chance they were there together. I remember Nick's singing & playing vividly.
arielleclementine
May 8, 2012
girl- these are gorgeous. love the mango, love the fish sauce in the dipping sauce. really nice!
Bevi
May 4, 2012
I am salivating. I could eat all 10 rolls by myself. These bring back fond memories of happy times eating on the left coast.
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