Spring rolls are a very familiar fried dish to Vietnamese people. Currently, spring rolls are being creatively transformed by housewives in increasingly diverse ways. Right now, TasteVN will introduce you to 3 ways to make seafood spring rolls with unique flavors. Let’s cook to discover right away!
1. Seafood spring rolls with mayonnaise sauce using a non-stick pan
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Preparation
30 minutes
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Cooking
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Seafood spring rolls with mayonnaise sauce using a non-stick pan Serves 3 people
Squid tentacles 100 gr Prawns 100 gr Imitation crab meat 100 gr Ripe mango 150 gr Onion 100 gr Cheddar cheese 150 gr Chicken egg 1 piece Yellow orange juice 1 tablespoon Thai basil 10 gr Rice paper 20 pieces Mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Ketchup 2 tablespoons White wine 1 teaspoon Cooking oil a little Common spices a little (Salt/ sugar/ ground pepper/ seasoning powder)
How to choose fresh ingredients
How to buy fresh squid
- There are many types of squid such as giant squid, tube squid, leaf squid,… but regardless of the type, you should choose those with the head firmly attached to the body, the flesh is not mushy, has elasticity, and is not turning green, squid should not be slimy or have a foul smell.
- Fresh squid will have a shiny color. The brown part will be dark brown, while the body of the squid will be opaque white like milk. The eyes should be clear, not bulging out.
- For giant squid: Choose large ones with thick opaque white bodies, firm tentacles, and a layer of brown membrane surrounding them.
- For tube squid: Choose those with bright pink color, firm flesh, sturdy tentacles, and intact ink sacs.
What is cheddar cheese? Where to buy it?
- Cheddar cheese is a type of natural cheese, characterized by being relatively hard, ivory white or pale yellow, deep yellow, and may have a bitter taste.
- This type of cheese is very popular in England, often used as a side for sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, baked pasta,…
- You can easily find cheddar cheese at supermarkets or order online from e-commerce sites.
Tools needed
Non-stick pan, bowl, knife, cutting board,…
How to make seafood spring rolls with mayonnaise sauce using a non-stick pan
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Prepare the seafood
After purchasing squid tentacles, clean them, then use a knife to separate the squid tentacles.
To allow the shrimp to absorb the seasoning and prevent them from curling when stir-frying, rinse the shrimp briefly with water, peel off the shell, and then cut along the body.
Next, marinate the cleaned shrimp and squid with 1 teaspoon of seasoning powder and 1 teaspoon of white wine, 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper, and then mix well, letting it sit for 5 minutes for the shrimp and squid to absorb the seasoning.
Then, place the non-stick pan on the stove, add 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. When the oil is hot, add all the marinated shrimp and squid and stir-fry for about 7 minutes on high heat, stirring continuously to prevent the seafood from releasing water.
After stir-frying, transfer the seafood to a plate to cool slightly.
Tip: Stir-frying the seafood beforehand will help the filling of the spring rolls cook evenly, and the cheese won’t melt when frying.
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Prepare other ingredients
For the crab stick, tear it into small bite-sized pieces.
After buying the cheese, cut it into long pieces about 5cm for easier wrapping.
Ripe mango, after peeling, cut it into pieces the same size as the cheese pieces.
Peel the onion, wash it clean, and then cut it into long strips the same length as the cheese.
Wash the mint and pick the leaves.
Crack the chicken eggs into a bowl and beat well. The eggs will be used to seal the edges of the spring rolls.
Tip: Mango will help balance the flavor of the cheese, making the dish more appealing.
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Spring roll wrapping
First, you fold the edges of the rice paper wrapper, then gradually add shrimp, squid tentacles, crab sticks, mango, onion, cheddar cheese, and Vietnamese herbs into the rice paper.
Next, you spread a little egg on the remaining part of the wrapper, then fold the two sides and roll it up so that the wrapper completely covers the filling, let it sit for 10 minutes to let the roll stick together, then fry.
Tip: You should roll the spring rolls to the same size so that they fry evenly and deliciously!
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Frying spring rolls
Place a pan or pot on the stove, fill the pan with oil; frying spring rolls will cook evenly and turn golden brown.
When the oil is hot, add the rolled spring rolls and fry over medium to low heat until they are golden brown on all sides, then remove and let them drain.
Tip: To avoid the cheese melting out and making the spring rolls unappetizing, just fry until the outer layer is golden brown and then take them out.
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Make the dipping sauce
You add 1 tablespoon of orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper into a bowl, then stir well for the ingredients to dissolve.
Then add 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of ketchup and continue to stir evenly.
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Final product
The seafood spring rolls are delicious, crispy in the mouth with crunchy squid, flavorful shrimp, plus a salty and creamy cheese flavor. The dipping sauce is creamy and spicy, this is truly a perfect combination.
2. Seaweed seafood spring rolls using an air fryer
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Preparation
30 minutes
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Cooking
20 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Seafood Spring Rolls with Seaweed using an Air Fryer Serves 3
Shrimp 200 gr Ground meat 100 gr Pork sausage 100 gr Dried seaweed 10 gr Green bean cake wrappers 1 pack Carrot 1/2 piece Onion 1/2 piece Mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Fish sauce 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce 1 tablespoon Cooking oil A little Common seasoning A little (Seasoning powder/ sugar/ ground pepper)
How to Choose Fresh Ingredients
How to safely buy pork sausage
- To ensure safety, you should choose pre-packaged pork sausage that is sealed properly and carefully.
- If you choose pre-packaged pork sausage, you need to closely observe the information printed on the product packaging. A standard pork sausage package should have a clear brand name and production address. Additionally, you should pay attention to the ingredients of the pork sausage and the expiration date.
- Safe pork sausage must ensure it has no foul odor, is not leaking, is not torn, does not have openings or signs of being tampered with, altered, or patched.
How to choose fresh and delicious pork
- Fresh and delicious pork will have a bright color, with the meat being light pink or light red, and the fat being translucent white with a slight ivory tint.
- You should choose pieces of meat that have a dry surface, soft skin, with a distinct texture of meat and fat that are tightly attached to each other, and must have the characteristic smell of pork.
- When purchasing, you should press the meat with your hand to check. If you pull your hand back and the meat returns to its original shape without any indentation, then it is fresh meat.
- Absolutely do not buy if the meat has bruises, pale color, or is too dark, has a shiny surface, feels slightly slimy to the touch, and has a rotten smell.
- You can buy pre-ground meat or buy a piece of meat and grind it yourself using a meat grinder.
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Tools needed
Air fryer, meat grinder, plate, knife, spoon,…
How to prepare Seafood Spring Rolls with Seaweed using an Air Fryer
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Prepare the ingredients
Shrimp, after purchasing, rinse briefly with water and peel off the shell. Then, place all the shrimp in a meat grinder and grind them finely.
Carrots, after peeling and washing, should be shredded.
Seaweed should be soaked in cold water for about 5 minutes to expand, then rinse several times with water to remove sand and slime, and let it drain.
For the onion, peel it, wash it, and chop it finely. Next, add all the prepared seaweed and onion into the grinder and blend until smooth.
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Make the seafood filling
Add all the ground shrimp, ground meat, fresh sausage, shredded carrots, and ground seaweed into a large bowl, then add 1 tablespoon of seasoning, 1 tablespoon of fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of ground pepper, and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise.
Next, mix the filling thoroughly and let it sit for 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
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Rolling the spring rolls
First, you spread out the rice paper, then add 1 tablespoon of filling and roll it up. Continue doing this until all the rice paper is used.
Note: You can adjust the amount of filling according to your preference.
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Fried Seafood Spring Rolls
After wrapping the spring rolls, you place them in the air fryer and brush a layer of oil on top.
Then, fry the spring rolls at a temperature of 160 degrees Celsius for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, increase the temperature to 180 degrees Celsius and continue frying for another 5 minutes.
Finally, you just need to take the spring rolls out onto a plate to enjoy immediately.
Note: Only arrange them in a single layer for more even cooking.
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Final Product
The seafood spring rolls are characterized by a crispy outer layer, with the filling cooked just right, infused with flavors, and not dry. You can enjoy the spring rolls with chili sauce for a richer taste.
3. Fried Seafood Spring Rolls
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Preparation
20 minutes
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Cooking
40 minutes
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Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients for Seafood Spring Rolls Serves 2
Imitation crab 100 gr Tiger prawns 100 gr Squid 100 gr Carrot 30 gr Condensed milk 50 gr Cheese 30 gr Mayonnaise 100 gr Breadcrumbs 100 gr Tempura flour 50 gr Rice paper 1 pack Cooking oil a little Chicken egg 1 piece
How to Prepare Seafood Spring Rolls
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Prepare the Ingredients
After purchasing, clean the squid, prawns, and carrot, then briefly boil them and chop them into small pieces. The imitation crab should also be chopped into small pieces.
Crack the chicken egg into a bowl and beat it well. The egg will be used to bind the spring rolls.
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Making spring roll filling
You add carrots, shrimp, squid, and crab sticks into a bowl, then add 100 grams of mayonnaise, 30 grams of cheese, and mix well, finally adding 50 grams of condensed milk to the mixture.
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Making spring roll batter
You put 100 grams of breadcrumbs into a grinder and grind finely, after grinding, you add 50 grams of crispy batter and grind again.
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Spring rolls
You prepare the rice paper, put the marinated filling in and roll it up, then you dip the rolls in a layer of egg and two layers of flour, after that heat a pan on the stove, add cooking oil, wait for the oil to heat up and then add the spring rolls to fry until golden brown, then take them out.
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Final product
The spring rolls are crispy on the outside and fragrant and rich on the inside. Seafood spring rolls can be made as a dish for meals or as a snack on chilly days, wish you success in making it.
How to choose fresh and delicious shrimp
- If buying frozen shrimp, you should choose shrimp that still have all their parts, the meat is elastic, naturally soft and chewy (to avoid buying shrimp that has been injected with gelatin to increase weight) and has no fishy or spoiled smell.
- Choose live shrimp, with shiny shells, looking firm and healthy; when you squeeze the shrimp, it should feel elastic, and the shell should not be too soft.
- A small tip: You should pay attention to how much ice the seller uses to preserve the product. If the shrimp are preserved with little ice but still look fresh and soft, it may have been preserved with borax. You should not buy shrimp like this as it is not safe for health.
Tips for successful preparation
- You should eat spring rolls right after they are freshly fried while they are hot and crispy. Letting them cool will make the spring rolls lose their crispiness, and the seafood inside can easily become fishy and unappetizing.
- You can prepare some cucumber, lettuce, herbs, and cilantro to enjoy with the spring rolls to prevent getting bored.
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