Avocado Shiitake Spring Rolls (Printable)

Fresh avocado and shiitake mushrooms with crisp vegetables in rice paper wrappers

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Mushrooms

01 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
02 - 4 oz fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed, sliced
03 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
04 - 1 small cucumber, julienned
05 - 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach or lettuce leaves
07 - 2 tbsp scallions, finely sliced

→ Rice Paper & Garnishes

08 - 8 sheets rice paper (8.5 inch diameter)
09 - 2 tbsp fresh cilantro leaves
10 - 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves

→ Dipping Sauce

11 - 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
12 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
13 - 1 tsp sesame oil
14 - 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
15 - 1 tsp grated ginger
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - 1 tbsp water (as needed to thin)

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sliced shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Set aside to cool.
02 - Slice avocado, julienne carrot and cucumber, thinly slice bell pepper, arrange spinach, scallions, cilantro, and mint within easy reach for assembly.
03 - Fill a shallow dish with warm water. Dip one rice paper sheet in the water for 10-15 seconds until just softened, then carefully lay flat on a clean kitchen towel or cutting board.
04 - Place spinach or lettuce in the center of the rice paper. Top with avocado slices, sautéed shiitake, carrot, cucumber, bell pepper, scallions, and herbs. Fold bottom over filling, fold in both sides, and roll tightly. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make 8 rolls.
05 - Whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and water in a small bowl until smooth. Adjust consistency with additional water if needed.
06 - Serve spring rolls immediately, whole or sliced in half, with dipping sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The creamy avocado pairs perfectly with earthy shiitake mushrooms in every bite
  • These come together in under 40 minutes but look like you spent hours preparing them
  • You can prep all the ingredients ahead and roll them right before serving
  • The dipping sauce hits that perfect balance of salty, sweet, and tangy
02 -
  • Rice paper continues to soften after you remove it from water, so err on the side of under soaking rather than over soaking
  • Work on a clean, damp towel to prevent the rice paper from sticking to your surface while rolling
  • Do not overfill the rolls or they will be impossible to close without tearing
  • Leftover spring rolls can be stored in the fridge wrapped in damp paper towels, but they are best enjoyed the same day
03 -
  • Keep a small bowl of water nearby to wet your fingers if the rice paper starts sticking to your hands while rolling
  • Slice the rolls with a sharp knife that has been dipped in hot water for clean cuts without tearing
  • Double wrap any leftovers in damp paper towels before refrigerating to prevent them from drying out

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