Ingredients
5
shallots, finely chopped
1
medium carrots, cut in julienne shreds
5
wood ear mushrooms, soaked in warm water
8
oz of water chestnut or taro or hickama
2
oz of cellophane noodles, soaked in warm water
30
pieces dried rice paper
Vegetable oil for deep-frying
Directions
1.
Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl.
2.
The secret is to pat dry all the ingredients when you mix it.
3.
Avoid having water mix in with the ingredients.
4.
Dip rice paper into a large bowl of warm water, place it on a rack or on a kitchen towel for 1 minute until it is soft and flexible.
5.
Put stuffing on the rice paper.
6.
Start folding the left and right side of the rice paper into the center, then roll up from the bottom edge away to the far end.
7.
Do not roll too tight, as this will cause the rolls to split.
8.
Deep-fry over medium heat until golden brown.
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