Homemade Popiah - Spring Roll Recipe

Name: Homemade Popiah - Spring Roll
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 pieces spring roll wrappers (popiah skin , recommended to try Homemade Popiah Wrapper ( Spring Roll ) or purchase ready made); 30 -50 g cornstarch (to make glue); 70 -100 g carrots, julienne; 70 -100 g cucumbers, peeled, cores removed and cut into strip of 3 cm long for topping; 300 g chinese lettuce; 350 g turnips, julienne (sengkuang in malay); 100 g French beans, sliced finely; 50 g shallots, sliced finely and fried till crispy; 1 teaspoon chopped garlic; 50 g small shrimp, shelled and boiled and chopped (or with other white meat) (optional); 3 eggs, beat the eggs with; 1 teaspoon salt, fry thin omlettes and cut into strips for topping; 100 g sweet chili sauce (to taste); 50 g red chilies, washed and pounded (blend) (optional); 100 g crushed peanuts (peanuts must be fried)

Servings: persons

20 pieces spring roll wrappers (popiah skin , recommended to try Homemade Popiah Wrapper ( Spring Roll ) or purchase ready made)
30 -50 g cornstarch (to make glue)
70 -100 g carrots, julienne
70 -100 g cucumbers, peeled, cores removed and cut into strip of 3 cm long for topping
300 g chinese lettuce
350 g turnips, julienne (sengkuang in malay)
100 g French beans, sliced finely
50 g shallots, sliced finely and fried till crispy
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
50 g small shrimp, shelled and boiled and chopped (or with other white meat) (optional)
3 eggs, beat the eggs with
1 teaspoon salt, fry thin omlettes and cut into strips for topping
100 g sweet chili sauce (to taste)
50 g red chilies, washed and pounded (blend) (optional)
100 g crushed peanuts (peanuts must be fried)

1
To make filling: Heat oil and fry garlic till fragrant.
2
Add in french bean, carrot and turnip, braised with stock till soft.
3
Add seasoning (soya sauce, preferred) and reduced till gravy is almost dry.
4
Remove cooked vegetables and strain to separate gravy stock.
5
SAUCES/ CONDIMENTS.
6
Sweet Sauce:
7
Fresh red chili paste (grind fresh red chili in blender).
8
Fry chopped garlic till golden brown.
9
Crushed Peanuts (pounded?).
10
To roll popiah: Spread sweet sauce onto skin, followed by chilli (optional).
11
Place 1 pc of Chinese lettuce onto the skin.
12
Place 2 tablespoon of the braised vegetable onto the lettuce.
13
Continue to sprinkle other condiments/ ingredients.
14
Add some fried garlic with oil unto ingredient (optional).
15
Fold bottom and side corners before rolling.
16
Secure with vegetable glue before final roll.
17
Serve with garnish of chopped spring onions, coriander, fried shallot and sauce (as dip).

4161

kcal

Calories

Fat

941

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 pieces spring roll wrappers (popiah skin , recommended to try Homemade Popiah Wrapper ( Spring Roll ) or purchase ready made), 30 -50 g cornstarch (to make glue), 70 -100 g carrots, julienne, 70 -100 g cucumbers, peeled, cores removed and cut into strip of 3 cm long for topping, and more.

Yes, Homemade Popiah - Spring Roll falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Homemade Popiah - Spring Roll

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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