Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce are the ultimate summer appetizer. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy is to soak the rice paper briefly but not too long. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin Recipe for Dinner and Easy Crab Rangoon Pinwheels with Puff Pastry.
Why This Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy rice paper exterior
- Juicy shrimp and sweet mango filling
- Tangy, creamy dipping sauce
- Easy to make and perfect for summer cookouts
What You'll Need for Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Rice paper wrappers
- Cooked shrimp
- Ripe mango
- Rice vermicelli noodles
- Fresh herbs (mint, basil, cilantro)
- Lettuce leaves
- Fish sauce
- Sugar
- Lime juice
- Garlic
- Chili flakes
- Peanut butter
- Soy sauce
- Honey
- Optional: Crushed peanuts
- Optional: Chopped cilantro
- Optional: Sliced green onions
- Optional: Sriracha or chili sauce
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Rice paper wrappers: Soak briefly, about 5 seconds, to prevent tearing.
- Rice vermicelli noodles: Soak in warm water for 10 minutes before using.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Rice Paper Wrappers — Key to making these summer rolls crispy and delicious. → See on Amazon
- Rice Vermicelli Noodles — Adds texture and bulk to the summer rolls. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
- Prepare the filling: Cook and chop shrimp, slice mango, soak vermicelli noodles, and chop herbs. Mix fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice for dipping sauce.
- Assemble the summer rolls: Soak rice paper briefly, place a lettuce leaf, add a small handful of filling, fold in sides, then roll tightly. Repeat until all filling is used.
- Make the peanut dipping sauce: Mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and chili flakes. Add water to thin if needed.
- Serve: Serve summer rolls with dipping sauce and optional toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
- Pro Tip: Keep the filling and wrappers separate until ready to assemble to prevent sogginess.
- Common mistake and fix: If your summer rolls are tearing, you're soaking the wrappers too long. Soak briefly, about 5 seconds.
- Pro Tip: For a spicier dipping sauce, add more chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Pro Tip: To make ahead, assemble rolls but don't add the peanut dipping sauce until ready to serve.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover summer rolls and dipping sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Summer rolls can be assembled up to 2 hours ahead. Dipping sauce can be made 1 day ahead.
Freezing Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Not suitable for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute cooked tofu or mushrooms for the shrimp.
- Best substitution: No mango? Use ripe pineapple or papaya instead.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If your summer rolls are falling apart, try soaking the wrappers for less time or using less filling per roll.
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Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Rice paper wrappers
- Cooked shrimp
- Ripe mango
- Rice vermicelli noodles
- Fresh herbs (mint, basil, cilantro)
- Lettuce leaves
Seasonings
- Fish sauce
- Sugar
- Lime juice
- Garlic
- Chili flakes
- Peanut butter
- Soy sauce
- Honey
Optional Toppings
- Crushed peanuts
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced green onions
- Sriracha or chili sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: Cook and chop shrimp, slice mango, soak vermicelli noodles, and chop herbs. Mix fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice for dipping sauce.
- Assemble the summer rolls: Soak rice paper briefly, place a lettuce leaf, add a small handful of filling, fold in sides, then roll tightly. Repeat until all filling is used.
- Make the peanut dipping sauce: Mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and chili flakes. Add water to thin if needed.
- Serve: Serve summer rolls with dipping sauce and optional toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, substitute cooked tofu or mushrooms for the shrimp.
- Best substitution: No mango? Use ripe pineapple or papaya instead.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If your summer rolls are falling apart, try soaking the wrappers for less time or using less filling per roll.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover summer rolls and dipping sauce separately in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not suitable for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: Summer rolls can be assembled up to 2 hours ahead. Dipping sauce can be made 1 day ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 2g
- Carbs: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce FAQs
Yes, see storage notes for make-ahead tips.
You may be soaking the wrappers too long or using too much filling. Try soaking for less time and using less filling per roll.
No, summer rolls do not freeze well due to the moisture in the filling.
Cooked tofu or mushrooms make a great vegetarian substitute.
No, air fryers are not suitable for cooking summer rolls. They are best enjoyed fresh and at room temperature.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Fresh Mango Shrimp Summer Rolls with Tangy Dipping Sauce and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
