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Let the batter rest for at least 15-30 minutes.","group":"Preparation","title":"Whisk together the rice flour, tapioca starch, water, and a pinch of salt","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté shallots and garlic until fragrant. Add ground pork and chopped wood ear mushrooms. Season with fish sauce and pepper, cooking until the pork is fully browned and the mixture is dry.","group":"Filling","title":"Heat oil in a skillet","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Filling"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Lightly grease a non-stick pan and heat over medium-low. Pour a thin ladle of batter into the pan and swirl to cover the surface. Cover with a lid and steam for 30-45 seconds until the sheet is translucent.","group":"Steaming","title":"Lightly grease a non-stick pan","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Steaming"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Invert the pan onto a greased flat surface to release the rice sheet. Place a spoonful of filling in the center and roll it up carefully.","group":"Assembly","title":"Invert the pan onto a greased flat surface","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"}],"notes":"Using a non-stick pan is a great alternative if you don't have a traditional cloth steamer. Ensure the batter is thin enough to swirl across the pan surface easily. Letting the batter rest is crucial for the starch to hydrate properly, which prevents the rolls from tearing.","cuisine":{"group":"Southeast Asian","specific":["Vietnamese"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["steam","saute"],"equipment":["non-stick skillet","lid","mixing bowl","whisk","ladle"],"diet":["gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":["fish"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":12,"unit":"rolls","note":"Approximately 3 rolls per person"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The pork and mushroom filling can be made 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover rolls in an airtight container with a light coating of oil to prevent sticking. 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