Recipe of the day: Prawn and nectarine-filled Vietnamese spring rolls

Discover a refreshing take on the classic Vietnamese spring rolls with this innovative prawn and nectarine-filled dish. Combining succulent prawns and sweet nectarines, this appetizer or light meal delivers a harmonious medley of savory and sweet flavors. Perfect for summer events or healthy snacking, these spring rolls are an easy-to-make recipe suitable for any occasion.

To begin, prepare the filling ingredients: eight dried rice paper rounds, two firm ripe nectarines diced, one teaspoon lime zest, three teaspoons chopped mint, one tablespoon chopped fresh coriander, five chopped basil leaves, one finely chopped chilli, one whole spring onion with tops chopped, half an English cucumber deseeded and cut into thin matchsticks, shredded lettuce, finely shredded red cabbage, and sixteen steamed tiger prawns halved lengthwise.

Combine the nectarines, lime zest, mint, coriander, basil, chilli, and spring onion to create the filling.

Next, proceed with the instructions: start by softening one rice paper at a time in a bowl of warm water, then remove it to a flat surface. Place a small amount of the nectarine mixture onto the center of the rice paper, followed by a pinch of shredded lettuce and red cabbage, and two prawn halves. Fold in the sides of the rice paper and roll up tightly. Repeat this process with the remaining rice papers and place them on a tray with ample space between each roll. Cover loosely with a damp clean cloth.

When you're ready to serve, slice the rolls diagonally and present them on a plate alongside a prepared dipping sauce. The dipping sauce is made by mixing one teaspoon grated ginger, one clove garlic finely chopped, half a cup rice vinegar, a quarter cup boiling water, half a cup castor sugar, one tablespoon fish sauce, two small chopped chillies, one tablespoon chopped fresh coriander, one teaspoon sesame oil, and one tablespoon finely-diced fresh cucumber. Stir these ingredients together, allow them to cool, and set aside.

Feel free to customize this recipe by substituting shredded duck breast, rare thinly-sliced beef fillet, or shredded chicken breasts, or even opting for a vegetarian version without meat. Adding a leaf of Vietnamese mint to your roll is suggested for an extra burst of flavor. Remember, you can prepare these rolls up to two hours in advance, covering them with a clean damp cloth to prevent drying. This delicious and visually appealing recipe was provided by juicydelicious.co.za.