Crispy Air-Fried Noodle Rolls with Tofu or Shrimp Recipe
Delicious and crispy noodle rolls made with vermicelli noodles, fresh vegetables, and your choice of firm tofu or shrimp, wrapped in rice paper and air fried to golden perfection. These rolls are perfect as a light snack, appetizer, or party finger food, served with a variety of dipping sauces such as sweet chili, peanut, or soy-ginger sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Rolls
- 8 rice paper sheets
- 1 cup cooked vermicelli noodles
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1 block firm tofu (or 8 cooked shrimp)
- 2 tablespoons green onion, sliced
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or rice vinegar)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- Oil spray for air frying
Optional Dipping Sauces
- Sweet chili sauce
- Peanut sauce
- Soy-ginger sauce
Instructions
- Soften Rice Paper: Soak one rice paper sheet in warm water for 10–15 seconds until it becomes soft and pliable.
- Prepare Working Surface: Transfer the softened rice paper to a damp surface such as a wooden board or a clean damp towel to prevent sticking.
- Add Filling: Place a small layer of cooked vermicelli noodles, shredded carrots, chopped cabbage, and your choice of tofu or cooked shrimp in the center of the rice paper sheet.
- Roll the Sheets: Fold in the sides of the rice paper sheet, then roll it tightly from the bottom upwards, similar to a burrito. Repeat this process with the remaining rice paper sheets and filling.
- Prepare for Air Frying: Lightly brush or spray each roll with sesame oil or a neutral oil to ensure crispiness during air frying.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Arrange Rolls: Place the rolls seam-side down in a single layer within the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd for even cooking.
- Air Fry: Air fry the rolls for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time until they turn golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Serve: Serve the crispy noodle rolls hot accompanied by your favorite dipping sauces such as sweet chili, peanut, or soy-ginger.
Notes
- Soaking the rice paper sheets just long enough is key; soaking too long will make them hard to handle.
- Make sure the rolls are tightly wrapped to prevent them from falling apart during air frying.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even and crispy cooking.
- You can customize fillings with additional herbs like cilantro or mint for extra freshness.
- These rolls can be served as a snack, appetizer, or light meal with various dipping sauces.
Keywords: noodle rolls, rice paper rolls, air fried spring rolls, vegetarian appetizer, vermicelli rolls, crispy noodle rolls
