Lemon grass beef parcels Recipe

Name: Lemon grass beef parcels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 50 g chinese vermicelli; 350 g lean ground beef; ½ cup bean sprouts; 2 stalks lemongrass, tender bases finely chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 2 spring onions, finely sliced; 1 (200 g) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped; 12 rice paper sheets; 12 fresh mint leaves; sweet chili sauce

Servings: persons

1
Place the vermacelli in a bowl, and cover with boiling water.
2
Stand for 10 minutes or until soft.
3
Drain.
4
Place the beef mince and 3 tablespoons of water in a frying pan and cook covered for 10 minutes, until beef is cooked and tender.
5
Drain off any remaining liquid.
6
Combine the beef, sprouts, lemon grass, lemon juice, fish sauce, spring onions and water chestnuts in a large bowl.
7
Soak one rice wrapper at a time in a bowl of warm water until soft.
8
Place a mint leave at the end of each wrapper.
9
Place 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture on the wrapper, fold in the edges and roll up to enclose.
10
Serve with sweet chilli sauce for dipping.

1338

kcal

Calories

Fat

247

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 50 g chinese vermicelli, 350 g lean ground beef, ½ cup bean sprouts, 2 stalks lemongrass, tender bases finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemon grass beef parcels falls under the Seafood 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!

Lemon grass beef parcels

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Variations & substitutions

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