Sometimes the best recipes are the ones that come together with simple ingredients and a little creativity in the kitchen. These crispy salmon rice paper rolls are exactly that, easy to make, full of flavor and surprisingly light.
I love this recipe because it turns everyday ingredients like salmon, frozen vegetables and rice paper into something that feels special but takes very little effort.
The filling is savory and comforting, while the rice paper becomes lightly crispy in the air fryer, giving the rolls a wonderful texture.
They’re perfect as a light meal, an appetizer, or even a snack to share. And the best part? You don’t need complicated techniques, just a few minutes of cooking and rolling, and you’ll have delicious homemade rolls ready to enjoy.
Crispy Salmon Rice Paper Rolls
Ingredients:
- 3 rice paper sheets
- 1 cup mixed frozen vegetables (peas, yellow bell pepper, soybeans, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, leek)
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 salmon fillet
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- 1 drizzle olive oil
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing the rolls)
- Soy sauce (store-bought), for serving
Step-By-Step
1. Season the salmon fillet with salt and garlic powder.
2. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sear the salmon on both sides until lightly golden. Remove it from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add another small drizzle of olive oil.
4. Add the frozen mixed vegetables and the grated carrot. Season with salt, black pepper and garlic powder to taste.
5. Return the salmon to the pan. Using a fork, gently flake the salmon into small pieces and mix it with the vegetables.
6. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables soften. Turn off the heat and set the filling aside.
7. Fill a shallow bowl or plate with water. Dip each rice paper sheet briefly into the water to soften it, then place it on a flat surface. Let the excess water drain off.
8. After a few seconds, the rice paper will become soft and flexible. If it still feels firm, simply wait a little longer, there’s no need to dip it again.
9. Place some of the salmon and vegetable filling in the center of the rice paper. Be careful not to overfill the sheet, otherwise it will be difficult to roll.
10. Fold the sides over the filling and roll it tightly, applying light pressure to keep everything together. Repeat the process with the remaining rice paper sheets.
11. Brush each roll with the beaten egg to help them become crispy when cooked.
12. Place the rolls in the air fryer and cook for about 7 minutes, or until lightly golden and crispy. This step is optional, but it adds a delicious crunchy texture.
13. Serve the rolls warm with soy sauce for dipping.
Enjoy!
Suggestions:
These salmon rice paper rolls are one of those recipes that prove simple food can be incredibly satisfying. They’re quick to prepare, full of flavor, and have that perfect balance between a soft, savory filling and a lightly crispy exterior.
I also love how versatile they are. You can enjoy them as a light lunch, a healthy dinner, or even as a fun appetizer to share with friends and family. And feel free to make them your own, you can swap the vegetables for your favorites, use whatever you already have in the fridge, or serve them with your preferred dipping sauce.
If you don’t feel like using the air fryer, that’s completely fine too. The rolls are still delicious without that extra crisp, so just prepare them in the way that works best for you.
Give them a try and let me know what you think. I have a feeling they might become one of your favourite quick and easy recipes too!
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