Thai Basil Beef Rolls – Fresh Thai Flavors in Every Bite
These Thai basil beef rolls are bursting with fresh flavor! Tender ground beef, crisp veggies, and fragrant basil wrapped in soft rice paper—an easy, healthy appetizer or light meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 rolls
- Category: Appetizer, Light Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing, Rolling
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired, Asian Fusion
Ingredients
1 lb lean ground beef
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp hoisin sauce
1 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup chopped bell peppers (any color)
Fresh Thai basil leaves (or regular basil)
Rice paper wrappers
Optional: Sweet chili sauce or peanut sauce for dipping
Instructions
Cook the beef:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with soy sauce and hoisin sauce until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes.
Add vegetables:
Stir in shredded carrots and chopped bell peppers. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until just tender. Remove from heat.
Prepare rice paper:
Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper wrapper into the water for about 10–15 seconds until softened. Lay it flat on a clean surface.
Assemble rolls:
Place a few fresh basil leaves, a spoonful of the beef mixture, and extra veggies (if desired) in the center of the wrapper. Fold the sides over the filling, then roll tightly from the bottom.
Repeat and serve:
Continue with remaining wrappers and filling. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Rice paper tip: Don’t oversoak the wrappers — they continue to soften as you work.
Make it spicy: Add a touch of Sriracha or chopped Thai chili to the beef mixture.
Vegetarian option: Swap ground beef for sautéed mushrooms or crumbled tofu.
Meal prep: Prepare filling in advance and roll fresh before serving for best texture.
