Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Make the best Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce in just 30 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to the crispiest veggies and the creamiest sauce. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Crockpot Dinner and Creamy Sundried Tomato Lentils Recipe for Easy Dinner.
Why This Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce Is Pure Comfort
- Light and fresh yet filling
- Creamy peanut sauce that's better than takeout
- Easy to customize with your favorite proteins and veggies
- Ready in just 30 minutes
What You'll Need for Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Rice noodles
- Shrimp
- Bell peppers
- Carrots
- Cucumber
- Bean sprouts
- Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)
- Peanut butter
- Soy sauce
- Lime
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Sriracha (optional)
- Fish sauce
- Brown sugar
- Lime juice
- Rice vinegar
- Optional: Crushed peanuts
- Optional: Chopped green onions
- Optional: Fried shallots
- Optional: Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (for extra heat)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Rice noodles: Use thin rice noodles for this recipe. Avoid thick or wide noodles as they won't cook evenly.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- High-quality skillet — Even heat distribution for perfectly cooked shrimp and veggies. → See on Amazon
- Immersion blender — Easy and quick way to blend the peanut sauce directly in the pot. → See on Amazon
How to Make Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
- Step 1: Soak rice noodles in hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Cook shrimp in a hot skillet until pink and slightly charred. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, and cucumber until crisp-tender. Add bean sprouts and cook for another minute. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 4: To make the peanut sauce, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and rice vinegar in a blender or use an immersion blender in the pot. Blend until smooth.
- Step 5: Assemble the spring roll bowls by adding cooked noodles, cooked shrimp, stir-fried veggies, and fresh herbs to each bowl. Drizzle with peanut sauce and add desired toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
- : Cook the shrimp and veggies separately to prevent overcooking and maintain their textures.
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the noodles. They should be soft but still have a slight bite. If they become too soft, they'll turn soggy.
- : For a spicier version, add Sriracha or chili garlic sauce to the peanut sauce or serve it on the side.
- : To make this recipe gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.
Storing & Reheating Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: The peanut sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in the fridge. The noodles and veggies can be prepped ahead of time, but cook them just before serving to maintain their textures.
Freezing Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Not recommended for this recipe as the noodles and veggies will lose their texture upon freezing and thawing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. Stir halfway through to ensure even heating.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: To make this recipe vegetarian or vegan, substitute the shrimp with tofu or tempeh, and use maple syrup instead of brown sugar in the peanut sauce.
- Best substitution: If you can't find rice noodles, you can use spaghetti or linguine as a substitute. Cook according to package instructions and rinse under cold water before using.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To scale up, simply double or triple the ingredients. To scale down, halve the ingredients.
- Troubleshooting: If the peanut sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water to thin it out. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stove for a few minutes to reduce and thicken it.
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Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Rice noodles
- Shrimp
- Bell peppers
- Carrots
- Cucumber
- Bean sprouts
- Fresh herbs (mint, cilantro, basil)
- Peanut butter
- Soy sauce
- Lime
Seasonings
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Sriracha (optional)
- Fish sauce
- Brown sugar
- Lime juice
- Rice vinegar
Optional Toppings
- Crushed peanuts
- Chopped green onions
- Fried shallots
- Sriracha or chili garlic sauce (for extra heat)
Instructions
- Step 1: Soak rice noodles in hot water for 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Cook shrimp in a hot skillet until pink and slightly charred. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, and cucumber until crisp-tender. Add bean sprouts and cook for another minute. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 4: To make the peanut sauce, combine peanut butter, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and rice vinegar in a blender or use an immersion blender in the pot. Blend until smooth.
- Step 5: Assemble the spring roll bowls by adding cooked noodles, cooked shrimp, stir-fried veggies, and fresh herbs to each bowl. Drizzle with peanut sauce and add desired toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: To make this recipe vegetarian or vegan, substitute the shrimp with tofu or tempeh, and use maple syrup instead of brown sugar in the peanut sauce.
- Best substitution: If you can't find rice noodles, you can use spaghetti or linguine as a substitute. Cook according to package instructions and rinse under cold water before using.
- Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
- Scaling: This recipe serves 4. To scale up, simply double or triple the ingredients. To scale down, halve the ingredients.
- Troubleshooting: If the peanut sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon or two of water to thin it out. If it's too thin, simmer it on the stove for a few minutes to reduce and thicken it.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for this recipe as the noodles and veggies will lose their texture upon freezing and thawing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until warmed through. Stir halfway through to ensure even heating.
- Make ahead: The peanut sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in the fridge. The noodles and veggies can be prepped ahead of time, but cook them just before serving to maintain their textures.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbs: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Cholesterol: 140mg
- Sat. Fat: 3g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut Sauce FAQs
Yes, the peanut sauce can be made up to 3 days ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Give it a good stir before using.
Overcooking the noodles is the most common reason for them turning soggy. Make sure to cook them according to package instructions and rinse under cold water before using.
Yes, you can use chicken or any other protein of your choice. Cook the chicken separately and add it to the bowls just before serving.
This recipe is gluten-free as long as you use tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.
Yes, you can make this recipe vegetarian or vegan by substituting the shrimp with tofu or tempeh, and using maple syrup instead of brown sugar in the peanut sauce.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Fresh Spring Roll Bowl with Creamy Peanut 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!
