Description
These Thai Basil Beef Rolls are a quick, delicious meal packed with savory beef, fresh herbs, crunchy peanuts, and Thai-inspired flavor—all wrapped in soft tortillas or rice paper. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer, they’re ready in just 20 minutes and easy to customize.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 tsp Chinese 5-spice powder
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2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
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1 tbsp Thai chili sauce
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1 tsp toasted sesame oil
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8 small flour tortillas or rice paper
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2 Persian cucumbers, julienned
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1 cup fresh cilantro
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1 cup Thai basil (or Italian basil)
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3 green onions, chopped
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½ cup roasted peanuts, chopped
Optional Dipping Sauce:
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1 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp ketchup
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1 tbsp chili paste
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1 tsp lime zest
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp tamari
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1 tsp grated ginger
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1 clove garlic, grated
Instructions
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Mix soy sauce, chili sauce, sesame oil, and Chinese 5-spice in a small bowl.
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In a skillet, brown the ground beef. Add garlic and ginger; cook 2 minutes.
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Stir in sauce mix and cook until beef is glazed and slightly caramelized.
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Warm tortillas or soften rice paper.
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Assemble rolls: Add beef, herbs, cucumber, onions, and peanuts. Wrap tightly.
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Whisk all sauce ingredients (optional) and serve rolls warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use rice paper for a lighter, gluten-free option.
- Customize with shredded carrots, cabbage, or other herbs.
- Reduce or skip chili sauce for a mild version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course / Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Thai-Inspired / Asian Fusion