Gluten-Free Wu Xiang (Five-Spice Meat Rolls)

Experience the bold, aromatic flavors of **Gluten-Free Wu Xiang (Five-Spice Meat Rolls)**, a reimagined take on the classic Singaporean and Malaysian delicacy. These golden, crispy meat rolls are made with a savory blend of ground pork, crunchy water chestnuts, and fragrant spices like Chinese five-spice and sesame oil, all wrapped in tender gluten-free beancurd sheets. The addition of potato starch ensures the filling is delectably moist, while a quick shallow fry creates a satisfyingly crispy exterior. Perfect as a party appetizer or a main dish, these gluten-free rolls are served sliced into bite-sized pieces alongside your favorite dipping sauce, such as sweet chili or a soy-sesame blend. With just 40 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is the ideal choice for anyone craving the rich, umami-packed flavors of traditional Asian cuisine—without the gluten!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground pork
• 50 grams Water chestnuts (diced)
• 50 grams Carrot (finely grated)
• 2 stalks Green onions (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice wine (Shaoxing wine or substitute with dry sherry)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground white pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 2 tablespoons Potato starch (or cornstarch)
• 2 large sheets Gluten-free dried beancurd sheets (often labeled as soybean sheets or yuba)
• 200 ml Cooking oil (for shallow frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, diced water chestnuts, grated carrot, chopped green onions, and minced garlic.

Step 2

Add the gluten-free soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, ground white pepper, Chinese five-spice powder, and potato starch to the mixture. Mix well until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and slightly sticky.

Step 3

Soak the gluten-free beancurd sheets in warm water for about 1-2 minutes until pliable. Drain excess water and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 4

Place one beancurd sheet on a flat surface. Trim any hard edges if necessary. Scoop about 2-3 tablespoons of the meat mixture and shape it into a log (approximately 10 cm/4 inches long) near one edge of the sheet.

Step 5

Fold in the sides of the beancurd sheet, then roll it tightly around the meat mixture, forming a neat roll. Use a small amount of water to seal the edge. Repeat with the remaining meat mixture and beancurd sheets.

Step 6

Heat the cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the meat rolls into the pan, seam side down.

Step 7

Shallow-fry the rolls for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are evenly golden brown and cooked through. Reduce the heat if necessary to prevent the beancurd sheets from burning.

Step 8

Remove the meat rolls from the pan and drain them on a plate lined with paper towels.

Step 9

Allow the rolls to cool slightly before slicing them into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as sweet chili sauce or a gluten-free soy-sesame dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(945.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3656.4

Total Fat 325.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 450mg	0%
Sodium 2211.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 146.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 316.7mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 817.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.4%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 4.7%