by Hugo Harrison

These Vietnamese-style summer rolls are full of flavour and served with two delicious dipping sauces. Rice paper wrappers are a wonderful thing to have in the cupboard – they can take a fridge-raid dinner to another level, and they’re naturally gluten-free.

Light meals & snacks

Storage

Rice paper wrappers last a long time if stored in a cool, dry place.

Preparation

By dipping the brittle sheets briefly in water, the sheets become pliable but very sticky. To make summer rolls you must work quickly and it helps to have damp hands. Fill the sheets with vegetables, cooked prawns or chicken, herbs, whatever you like. Then wrap them like a spring roll and set aside while you make the rest. A flavoursome dipping sauce is a must.