Low Sodium Popiah

Discover the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia with this delicious Low Sodium Popiah recipe, a healthier twist on the classic fresh spring roll. Packed with crisp, julienned bamboo shoots, jicama, and carrots, combined with diced golden tofu and flavorful chopped shrimp, this dish is a perfect balance of textures and taste. Enhanced with low-sodium hoisin sauce and aromatic garlic, each roll is wrapped in a soft popiah wrapper and layered with fresh lettuce, crunchy bean sprouts, and fragrant coriander. This easy-to-make recipe comes together in under an hour and is ideal for anyone seeking a light, low-sodium appetizer or snack without compromising on authenticity or flavor. Perfect for sharing, these rolls are a fresh, guilt-free indulgence that brings a taste of tradition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 10 pieces Popiah wrappers
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 200 grams Bamboo shoots, julienned
• 300 grams Jicama, julienned
• 1 large Carrot, julienned
• 150 grams Firm tofu, diced
• 200 grams Cooked shrimp, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Hoisin sauce, low sodium
• 100 grams Bean sprouts
• 10 large Lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup Fresh coriander leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground white pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 3

Add the bamboo shoots, jicama, and carrot, and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 4

Remove the vegetables from the pan and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil and fry the diced tofu until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 6

Return the vegetables to the pan, add the cooked shrimp, hoisin sauce, and ground white pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Cook the mixture for an additional 3 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 8

To assemble the popiah, place one popiah wrapper on a flat surface.

Step 9

Place a lettuce leaf in the center of the wrapper, add approximately 2 tablespoons of the filling mixture, a few bean sprouts, and fresh coriander leaves on top.

Step 10

To wrap, fold in the sides of the wrapper towards the center then roll up from the bottom, ensuring the filling is tightly packed.

Step 11

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 12

Serve immediately as a fresh and healthy appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1732.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1714.1

Total Fat 47.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 390.6mg	0%
Sodium 2696.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.6g	0%
Total Sugars 46.7g
Protein 107.3g	0%

Vitamin D 357.6IU	0%
Calcium 1442.6mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 3916.7mg	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: 24.0%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 51.8%