By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 12
49 cal · 30 min
Vietnamese Prawn Rolls
Recipe GLPR02f182d9e06ebe
Fresh and vibrant Vietnamese prawn rolls featuring succulent king prawns served over seasoned rice vermicelli noodles with crisp vegetables, herbs, and a choice of tangy fish-based or rich peanut sauce.
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Ingredients
1.5 oz. rice vermicelli noodles
1 lb. medium king prawns, peeled and deveined
0.5 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
2 tsp. brown sugar
2 tbsp. lime juice
2 tbsp. water
0.5 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. salt for noodle water
Directions
In a medium pot over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons water, brown sugar, lime juice, and 0.5 teaspoon salt. Whisk frequently until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes.
Add the prawns to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring constantly, until the prawns turn pink and curl, approximately 2 to 3 minutes. This ensures they reach a safe internal temperature of 145°F. Transfer the cooked prawns to a small bowl.
Wipe out the pot and fill it halfway with water. Season with 1 tablespoon salt and bring to a boil.
Add the rice vermicelli noodles to the boiling water and stir occasionally until tender. Check for doneness 2 minutes earlier than the package directions indicate. Drain the noodles and rinse under cold running water until cooled.
Transfer the cooled noodles to a serving bowl and toss gently to combine and separate any clumped noodles.
Arrange the cooked prawns on top of the noodles and garnish generously with the fresh mint leaves.
Comments
This is a genuine weeknight winner for Charlotte: king prawns land regularly at Publix and Food Lion, rice vermicelli is standard at every major chain, and mint is a grocery-store staple year-round. The stated 30 minutes is honest for rolling and assembling once the prawns are cooked and noodles are cooled. At roughly $1.50–$2.00 per serving, the cost sits well below typical takeout, driven mainly by the prawns themselves. The dish feeds twelve as an appetizer or light meal and requires zero fussy technique—just boil, soak, roll, and serve—making it a natural fit for a family with younger hands willing to help.
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