Best 3 Popiah Malaysian Spring Rolls Recipes

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Popiah, also known as Malaysian spring rolls, are a delectable and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. It consists of a thin, pliable pastry sheet filled with a variety of ingredients, such as stir-fried vegetables, meat, seafood, and herbs. The pastry is then rolled up, cut into bite-sized pieces, and served with a sweet and savory dipping sauce. While there are countless variations of popiah recipes, this article introduces you to the classic Malaysian spring roll recipe, providing step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a crispy, flavorful, and authentic popiah experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRESH SPRING ROLLS (POPIAH)



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Popiah (Malaysian Fresh Spring Rolls) Recipe

Provided by Rasa Malaysia

Categories     Malaysian Recipes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup cooking oil
20 fresh popiah wrappers
Fresh lettuce leaves, wash and drained dry
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
8 oz. shrimp (226 g) , shelled, deveined and cut into small pieces
2 lbs. (1 kg) yambean or jicama, grated
2 oz. (56 g) french beans, sliced
4 bean curd, diced into small pieces
Some store-bought fried shallot crisps, optional
1 teaspoon salt or to taste
1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
1 teaspoon sugar or to taste
1 cup water
1/2 cup sweet sauce, tee cheo or hoisin sauce
1/4 cup chili sauce, sriracha or Lingham Hot Sauce

Steps:

  • Heat up your wok with 1/4 cup oil, shallow fry the bean curd until lightly browned. Dish out and drain on paper towels.
  • In a deep pot, add in the remaining oil until heated. Transfer the garlic into the deep pot and stir fry until aromatic, add in the prawn and stir fry until slightly cooked.
  • Add in the yambean or jicama, french beans, salt, pepper, sugar and water, stir well. Reduce the heat and simmer until the yambean or jicama turns soft, for about 30 minutes. Taste the filling, add more salt and sugar to taste. Dish out the filling and keep aside to cool. The filling might be slightly watery.
  • Lay a piece of the Popiah wrapper on a flat board. Spread a little sweet sauce or hoisin sauce and a little chili sauce on it. Place a lettuce leaf over the sauces. Spoon 3 tablespoons of filling onto the leaf. Top with the fried bean curd and fried shallot crisps. Fold up the two sides of the wrapper and roll up. (You can view the step-by-step pictures of rolling popiah here.) If you wish, you can scoop a tablespoon of the filling juice on top of the Popiah. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Carbohydrate 117 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 151 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 62 grams fat, Fiber 17 grams fiber, Protein 59 grams protein, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 4 people, Sodium 2345 grams sodium, Sugar 30 grams sugar, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

POPIAH [ MALAYSIAN SPRING ROLLS ]



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They have no dipping sauce and they take about an hour to prepare. This is not the shrimp version but the tofu version. Cooking is total time including pressing tofu which is a MUST in this recipe. You are using waterpacked or cotton tofu. From Didi Emmons

Provided by That is Dr House to

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 4h

Yield 18 rolls

Number Of Ingredients 13

16 ounces water-packed firm tofu
3 tablespoons canola oil
kosher salt
4 large shallots, minced
1 1/4 lbs jicama, grated
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons dark miso
2 tablespoons sugar
18 boston lettuce leaves or 18 red leaf lettuce
1/3 cup unsalted dry roasted peanuts, chopped
2 cups bean sprouts
hoisin sauce
Asian chili sauce

Steps:

  • Peel the jicama before grating ok? You are going to use 18 Popiah skins for this recipe. [Zaar doesn't like that ingredient soo -- ].
  • Popiah skins are very thin crepelike sping roll wrappers. IF you cannot find them use mu-shu pancakes instead. These are soft wheat flour wrappers traditionally used for Chinese dishes. There is also a recipe on zaar. NOTE it is NOT a Vegan wrapper. If you are making it Vegan search for another wrapper. The spring roll wrapper might work that is on zaar. However I won't promise it will.
  • Press tofu. Cut into 1/4 inch cubes. In large skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil over med high. Add tofu and salt liberally. Fry until it forms dark golden crust on bottom then flip and repeat on other side. Drain on paper towels. IF you have not drained the tofu properly it will NOT brown.
  • In same skillet heat rest of oil over medium. Add shallots and stir fry for 3 minutes. Add jicama and stir fry until it starts to become translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute. Stir in miso and sugar cooking for a minute. Season with salt, remove from heat. Transfer to bowl.
  • Place a skin on work surface. Pile a bit of ingredient across center leaving 1 in border on both sides. Do this in this order: Jicama, tofu, lettuce, peanuts, bean sprouts. Dot with hoisin and chili sauce.
  • Roll up pancake or skin, fold sides in as you roll. Taste this one to check amounts of Hoisin and chili sauces and adjust if needed. You can decorate with squiggles of Asian Chili sauce. serve.
  • Make up to 6 hours ahead and store in airtight container in fridge. Omit the bean sprouts and lettuce to keep from getting soggy if you are making ahead.
  • Please note if you are keeping Vegan there are some Dry Roasted Peanuts that are NOT Vegan. Make sure your brand is.

HOMEMADE POPIAH - SPRING ROLL



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Remember the 85 yrs old Chinese Lady ? Well, here's a follow up of a tasty fillings for that marvelous spring roll wrapper - Popiah Skin # 65211. Enjoy ! :)

Provided by foodcrazee

Categories     Malaysian

Time 1h30m

Yield 20 spring rolls, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

20 pieces spring roll wrappers (popiah skin , recommended to try Homemade Popiah Wrapper ( Spring Roll ) or purchase ready made)
30 -50 g cornstarch (to make glue)
70 -100 g carrots, julienne
70 -100 g cucumbers, peeled, cores removed and cut into strip of 3 cm long for topping
300 g chinese lettuce
350 g turnips, julienne (sengkuang in malay)
100 g French beans, sliced finely
50 g shallots, sliced finely and fried till crispy
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
50 g small shrimp, shelled and boiled and chopped (or with other white meat) (optional)
3 eggs, beat the eggs with
1 teaspoon salt, fry thin omlettes and cut into strips for topping
100 g sweet chili sauce (to taste)
50 g red chilies, washed and pounded (blend) (optional)
100 g crushed peanuts (peanuts must be fried)

Steps:

  • To make filling: Heat oil and fry garlic till fragrant.
  • Add in french bean, carrot and turnip, braised with stock till soft.
  • Add seasoning (soya sauce, preferred) and reduced till gravy is almost dry.
  • Remove cooked vegetables and strain to separate gravy stock.
  • SAUCES/ CONDIMENTS.
  • Sweet Sauce:.
  • Fresh red chili paste (grind fresh red chili in blender).
  • Fry chopped garlic till golden brown.
  • Crushed Peanuts (pounded?).
  • To roll popiah: Spread sweet sauce onto skin, followed by chilli (optional).
  • Place 1 pc of Chinese lettuce onto the skin.
  • Place 2 tablespoon of the braised vegetable onto the lettuce.
  • Continue to sprinkle other condiments/ ingredients.
  • Add some fried garlic with oil unto ingredient (optional).
  • Fold bottom and side corners before rolling.
  • Secure with vegetable glue before final roll.
  • Serve with garnish of chopped spring onions, coriander, fried shallot and sauce (as dip).

Tips:

  • Use fresh and high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • For the popiah skin, use a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat. Cook the skins for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until they are slightly golden brown and crispy.
  • To make the filling, chop the vegetables and meat into small pieces. Sauté the vegetables and meat in a wok or large skillet over high heat until they are cooked through.
  • Season the filling with your favorite Asian-inspired seasonings, such as soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, and white pepper.
  • To assemble the popiah, place a piece of popiah skin on a plate. Add a spoonful of the filling in the center of the skin. Fold the bottom edge of the skin over the filling, then fold the sides inward. Continue rolling the popiah until it is completely closed.
  • Serve the popiah with your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet and sour sauce, chili sauce, or hoisin sauce.

Conclusion:

Popiah is a delicious and versatile Malaysian spring roll that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With its crispy skin, flavorful filling, and variety of dipping sauces, popiah is a surefire hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for something new and exciting to try, give popiah a try. You won't be disappointed!

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