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FRESH LUMPIA RECIPE

FRESH LUMPIA RECIPE

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Fresh Lumpia Recipe: A Delicious Filipino Spring Roll

If you’ve ever had the pleasure of enjoying Filipino cuisine, you’ve probably encountered Lumpia, one of the country’s most beloved dishes. While there are many varieties of lumpia, Fresh Lumpia (sometimes referred to as Lumpiang Sariwa) is the ultimate comfort food—light, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. This fresh spring roll is packed with a colorful mix of vegetables and tofu, wrapped in a soft, thin crepe-like wrapper, and served with a rich, savory peanut sauce. It’s healthy, customizable, and perfect for any occasion!

Let’s dive into this Fresh Lumpia Recipe that’s easy to make and will surely impress your friends and family.

Ingredients:

For the Fresh Lumpia Filling:

  • 2 cups cabbage, shredded (green or napa cabbage works best)
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1/2 cup jicama (singkamas), julienned (optional, but adds a nice crunch)
  • 1/2 cup tofu, firm and pan-fried (or you can use shrimp or chicken as an alternative)
  • 1/2 cup fresh spinach or lettuce leaves, shredded
  • 1/4 cup green beans, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cooked vermicelli noodles (optional, but adds texture)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (for seasoning the tofu)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Fresh Lumpia Wrappers:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Peanut Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce (or use another tablespoon of soy sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup warm water (to thin the sauce to your desired consistency)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Fresh Lumpia Wrapper:

Fresh lumpia wrappers are different from traditional spring roll wrappers—they’re soft, crepe-like, and easy to make at home.

  • In a bowl, whisk together the flour, eggs, salt, and water until smooth. You want the batter to be runny and similar to pancake batter in consistency.
  • Heat a non-stick frying pan or skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease with a small amount of vegetable oil (use a paper towel to wipe off excess oil).
  • Pour about 1/4 cup of the batter into the pan, swirling it around to create a thin, even layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes or until the wrapper edges start to lift from the pan. Flip and cook the other side for another 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Remove the wrapper and place it on a plate lined with parchment paper to cool. Repeat with the remaining batter, making as many wrappers as you need. This recipe makes about 8-10 wrappers, depending on the size of your pan.

2. Prepare the Filling:

  • In a pan, lightly sauté the cabbage, carrots, green beans, and jicama over medium heat with a little soy sauce, salt, and pepper. You want the vegetables to soften but still maintain a little crunch. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
  • Once the vegetables are ready, remov