Delicious Vietnamese Spring Rolls with Smoked Pork Collar
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Create a delightful Vietnamese spring roll (Goi Cuon) experience using readily available smoked pork collar and fresh vegetables from your refrigerator! Lightly grilling the smoked pork collar in an air fryer enhances its flavor, and wrapping it with crisp vegetables in rice paper offers a healthy and vibrant taste. A homemade nuoc cham dipping sauce, or a spicy sambal, can elevate this dish, making it reminiscent of a charcoal-grilled Bun Cha. Here’s a simple yet satisfying recipe for smoked pork collar Vietnamese spring rolls that’s perfect for a healthy and bountiful meal.
Main Ingredients
- 500g Smoked Pork Collar
- 1 Red Bell Pepper
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper
- 1 cup Mixed Salad Greens
- 1 pack Rice Paper Wrappers (approx. 10-12 sheets)
- 1 Apple
- 3 Tbsp Nuoc Cham Sauce (or your preferred dipping sauce)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the Fresh Vegetables: Wash the red and yellow bell peppers thoroughly, remove the seeds, and julienne them into thin strips. If you have mixed salad greens, include them for a vibrant green color. Arranging the vegetables by color will make the final presentation more appealing.
Step 2
Grill the Smoked Pork Collar: Although the smoked pork collar is pre-cooked, using an air fryer can add a delightful texture and enhance its flavor. Place the smoked pork collar in the air fryer basket and cook at 180°C (350°F) for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly crispy. (You can also simply warm it in the microwave for a quicker option.)
Step 3
Prepare and Prevent Browning of the Apple: Thinly slice the apple into strips to add a touch of sweetness. To prevent browning, soak the julienned apple in a lightly sweetened water solution (about 1 cup of water with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar) for a few minutes, then drain well.
Step 4
Finished Smoked Pork Collar: Once grilled to perfection, slice the smoked pork collar into bite-sized pieces. The aroma of the smoked pork will surely whet your appetite.
Step 5
Plating and Rice Paper Setup: Arrange the prepared vegetables (bell peppers, salad greens, apple) attractively on a large plate or platter. Place the grilled smoked pork collar alongside. Prepare a bowl of warm water for softening the rice paper wrappers.
Step 6
Enjoy Your Delicious Rolls: Briefly dip a rice paper wrapper in the warm water until it becomes pliable. Place your desired amount of vegetables and smoked pork collar onto the wrapper and roll it up snugly. Dip into your homemade nuoc cham sauce or sambal for a burst of flavor. This healthy and satisfying meal, reminiscent of charcoal-grilled Bun Cha with its smoky notes, provides a balanced intake of vegetables and protein.
