Fruit Spring Rolls
- 1 1/2 cups cooked Pad Thai noodles, cooled and drained*
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 packed cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 6 (8-inch) rice paper rounds*
- 6 medium strawberries, stemmed
- 1 mango, halved, peeled, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch thick slices
- 6 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted* see Cook's Note
- *Can be found at specialty Asian markets
- 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 to 3 large limes)
- For the rolls: Put the noodles in a medium bowl and add the honey and the mint.
- Using 2 forks, toss the ingredients together until the noodles are coated.
- Lay a damp kitchen or paper towel on a work surface.
- Soak a rice paper round in warm water for 20 to 30 seconds until softened.
- Put the rice paper on the damp towel.
- Add 1/4 cup of the noodle mixture in the center of the rice paper and form into a 3 by 2-inch rectangle.
- Using a paring knife, slice a strawberry lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices.
- Arrange the slices over the noodle mixture.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon almonds on top.
- Arrange 2 to 3 mango slices on top of the almonds.
- Roll the rice paper around the filling and seal the ends with a little water.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Wrap the finished spring rolls in damp paper towels and store in the refrigerator.
- For the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, combine the mint, honey and lime juice.
- Pour into a serving bowl.
- Arrange the spring rolls on a platter and serve with the dipping sauce.
- Cook's Note: To toast the almonds, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven until lightly toasted, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Cool completely before using.
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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/fruit-spring-rolls-recipe.html (may not work)