Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 1.Prepare the Rice Noodles

   Bring water to a boil in a pan. Add 1 tsp of salt, then add the rice noodles. Cover and cook for about 1 minute, or until the noodles are soft. Strain the noodles and let them sit in the strainer for 10 minutes to drain all excess water. Transfer to a plate, cut them into short 5cm strips, and mix with a little oil to prevent sticking.

2. 2.Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables

   Heat 2 tbsp of cooking oil in a pan. Add 1 tbsp of garlic paste and cook until it turns a light pink color. Add 1 small chopped onion and cook until soft. Add the chopped carrots, cook for 1 minute, then add a little water to help them soften. Next, add the shredded cabbage, chopped green bell peppers, chopped green beans, and chopped green onions, mixing well after each addition.

3. 3.Season the Filling

   To the pan with the vegetables, add 1/2 tbsp vinegar, 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, chopped green chillies, and 1/2 tbsp hot sauce. Mix everything together thoroughly.

4. 4.Combine and Thicken the Filling

   Add the prepared rice noodles to the vegetable mixture and mix well to combine. Sprinkle 1 tbsp of all-purpose flour over the filling. This will absorb any excess moisture and help bind the filling together. Mix until the flour is fully incorporated.

5. 5.Cool the Filling

   Transfer the prepared filling to a separate bowl or dish and allow it to cool down completely before you start making the rolls.

6. 6.Prepare the Sealing Paste

   In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp of all-purpose flour with a small amount of water to create a thick, smooth paste. This will be used to seal the spring rolls.

7. 7.Assemble the Spring Rolls

   Place a spring roll wrapper on a flat surface. Add a spoonful of the cooled filling. The video demonstrates three folding methods: 1) Classic fold: Fold the corner over the filling, tuck, fold in the sides, and roll tightly, sealing the edge with paste. 2) Envelope fold: Fold two opposite corners in, add filling, and roll. 3) Rectangle fold: Apply paste to three edges, add filling, fold in half, and roll.

8. 8.Freeze the Rolls for Storage (Optional)

   To freeze the rolls for Ramadan, place a plastic sheet on a tray. Arrange the uncooked rolls on the tray in a single layer, leaving space between them so they don't stick together. Freeze until solid. Once frozen, transfer the rolls into a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer.

9. 9.Fry the Spring Rolls

   Heat oil for frying in a pan over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium. Carefully place the rolls into the hot oil. Fry for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy on all sides.

10. 10.Drain and Serve

    Once fried, remove the rolls from the oil using tongs. Hold them over the pan for a moment to let excess oil drip off, then place them on a plate lined with a paper towel. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.