When the wrapper is soft enough to eat (these rolls do not require cooking), remove from water and place on the clean working surface.
Fresh Spring Rolls
By Darlene Schmidt, About.com Guide
Soften Rice Wrappers by Dipping Them in the Hot Water.
Softening the Rice Wrapper
D.Schmidt
Take out one of the rice wrappers and place it in the bowl of hot water. You may have to gently press the wrapper down into the water. The rice paper will soften in approximately 30 seconds.
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- Prepare Ingredients.
- Prepare a Bowl of Hot Water.
- Soften Rice Wrappers by Dipping Them in the Hot Water.
- Place a few Slices of Chicken Near the end of the Wrapper, then add Cucumber.
- Add a little of the Other Ingredients.
- Fold over Bottom of Rice Paper
- Lift Side of Wrapper and Fold Over.
- Complete the Roll by Folding Over Top Side.
- Place in a Bowl and Serve with Dipping Sauce(s).
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