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Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce

August 29, 2021 By Patricia 91 Comments

Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce makes a great light meal to enjoy this season. When I think cabbage rolls, I usually think of a comforting fall or winter meal. I’ve switched things up and turned cabbage rolls into a warm-weather treat! 

Napa Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce are perfect in the summer months!

Cabbage rolls in the summer? I say yes to Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce. Why? Well, because they’re delicious and filled with crunchy and hearty ingredients, and they only require — literally — two minutes on the stovetop. See what I’m saying?

Looking for a hearty and fresh dish for the summer months? Try Napa Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce!

I wanted to make summer rolls using something leafy and good for you. Napa cabbage (sometimes called Chinese cabbage) is full of vitamins and fiber and other good things, and it has a nice, medium-sized leaf – perfect for rolling. If you haven’t had Napa cabbage before, the flavor isn’t overpowering. It’s actually fairly mild and tastes a bit like celery.

Napa cabbage is oblong, with bright green outer leaves, and pale green inner leaves. I used the outer and middle leaves for this recipe and saved the inner ones for another recipe. I used about 15-20 leaves.

Use Napa cabbage to make a fabulous summer-season meal!

To keep things easy, I used precooked chicken (shredded) along with carrots and cucumbers. I also added a sprinkling of crispy rice noodles into the rolls for added crunch. Totally simple, right? The dipping sauce that I’ve paired with these rolls could not be easier to make: peanut butter along with soy sauce, chili-garlic sauce, and a handful of other ingredients. Whisk it up and, tah-dah!

The dipping sauce is amazing! You'll love Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce!

Napa Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce are perfect for the warm summer days and nights. These little rolls are hearty but not heavy, and the limited cooking time (again…two minutes!) is perfect when you other things to do besides stand over a stove.

Try one of these recipes for simple summer meal options:
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Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken and Spicy Peanut Sauce are wonderful as a light, warm-weather meal. Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken and Spicy Peanut Sauce are easy to make, and healthy, too!

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Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls with Chicken & Spicy Peanut Sauce

This is a great meal for the summer season! It's easy to make -- with just a few minutes on the stove -- and you can use your favorite veggies!

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Ingredients

  • 1 head Napa cabbage
  • 1/2 pound pre-cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1-1/2 cups carrot, cut into matchsticks
  • 1 cup cucumber, cut into matchsticks
  • 1/3 cup crispy rice noodles
  • 1/3 cup warm water
  • 6 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce (or to taste)
  • Cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a large bowl with ice cubes and cold water and set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the whole head of Napa cabbage to the boiling water for just 2 minutes or so. Drain the water and transfer the cabbage to the bowl of ice water. After a few minutes, remove the cabbage and let the excess water drain away.
  3. Carefully remove the large leaves from the cabbage and place in a colander. After the cabbage has drained for a bit, place a few paper towels on a baking sheet. Add several leaves in a single layer on top of the paper towels. Add another layer of paper towels, then another single layer of cabbage. Continue (on another baking sheet if necessary) until the larger leaves are used. Save the remaining inner, smaller leaves for another recipe.
  4. Allow the leaves to dry.
  5. As the leaves dry, make the dipping sauce. Combine the water, peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, oil, honey, and chili-garlic sauce in a bowl. Use a whisk to combine until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Stir before serving.
  6. When the leaves are dry (they can be slightly damp), cut a triangle-shaped notch out of the bottom of the stem of each leaf. Set aside.
  7. One at a time, lay a cabbage leaf on a flat surface. Using a small portion of each, layer the shredded chicken, carrots, cucumber, and crispy rice noodles at the bottom of the leaf (where the notch was cut out). Carefully, and as tightly as you can, roll the leaf from the bottom end to the top. Place on a serving dish, seam side down.
  8. Serve with the Spicy Peanut Sauce.
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Filed Under: Appetizers, Dinner, Lunch, Recipes Tagged With: cabbage, Napa cabbage, spicy peanut sauce, summer meals, summer rolls

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Comments

  1. Kacey @ The Cookie Writer says

    July 11, 2016 at 4:29 pm

    I only tried napa cabbage recently but it has to be one of my favourites! My husband loves rolls, but not lettuce, so this works perfectly for us!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:20 am

      Oh! Perfect, Kacey! Hope you give them a go and enjoy! Thanks!
      Reply
  2. Justine | Cooking and Beer says

    July 11, 2016 at 5:14 pm

    I heart simple recipes like this! That napa cabbage is a genius way to roll things up in!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:20 am

      Thanks, Justine! The easier, the better :) Especially in the summer!
      Reply
  3. Faith (An Edible Mosaic) says

    July 11, 2016 at 5:29 pm

    I love this - it looks like the perfect light and fresh summer supper! I am a total condiment girl and that dipping sauce is calling my name! ;)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:19 am

      Hi Faith - yes, that sauce is soooo good! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  4. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    July 11, 2016 at 5:41 pm

    These sound and look so good! I think I need to make them today!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:19 am

      Thanks so much, Rebecca! Hope you do!
      Reply
  5. Maggie Unzueta says

    July 11, 2016 at 6:39 pm

    It's almost lunch time here. I wish I had a few summer rolls for lunch instead of my smoothie.Maybe for dinner... :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:18 am

      Hi Maggie - yes...there's always dinner :) Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  6. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says

    July 11, 2016 at 7:25 pm

    That looks so clean and healthy Patricia! Perfect for summer!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:18 am

      Thanks so much, Cynthia! Perfect summer food!
      Reply
  7. Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says

    July 11, 2016 at 7:37 pm

    Napa cabbage is underappreciated! This looks wonderful!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:18 am

      Thanks, Dorothy! I think so, too! Eat more Napa cabbage! :)
      Reply
  8. Diana Johnson says

    July 11, 2016 at 8:09 pm

    This looks delicious! I love the idea of adapting fall/winter foods to be enjoyed during the summer!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:17 am

      Thanks so much, Diana!
      Reply
  9. Dee Dee (My Midlife Kitchen) says

    July 11, 2016 at 8:18 pm

    I love the use of Napa cabbage here! I am not a fan of regular green cabbage, so using the Napa cabbage is a perfect alternative to get to dig into these delicious favors.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:17 am

      Thanks, Dee Dee! Yes, this is a little different from regular cabbage, so hope you give it a try!
      Reply
  10. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says

    July 11, 2016 at 8:55 pm

    These are beautiful! I love Napa cabbage. So yummy with that dipping sauce.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:17 am

      Thanks a bunch, Emily!
      Reply
  11. Jessica | The Novice Chef says

    July 11, 2016 at 10:44 pm

    I love cabbage rolls! These will be great for a summer party!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:16 am

      Yes! That's a great idea, Jessica - they make a great appetizer, too! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  12. Leah says

    July 11, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    These sound fantastic! What a fresh treat, and that sauce sounds wonderful!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:16 am

      Thanks, Leah! I love that sauce for so many things!
      Reply
  13. Southwestern Prepster says

    July 11, 2016 at 11:47 pm

    Ooo, these look so yummy! I'm definitely sharing this with my roommate!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:16 am

      Good idea! Maybe he or she will make them for you :) Thanks!
      Reply
  14. Brittany Giles says

    July 11, 2016 at 11:51 pm

    I love anything wraapped in lettuce! This looks yummy!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:15 am

      Thanks Brittany! Good stuff!
      Reply
  15. Honeygirlk says

    July 12, 2016 at 1:24 am

    I have tried different variations of napa cabbage summer rollsand this one sounds absolutely divine. I just love the addition of the peanut sauce. I'm saving this for later.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:15 am

      Thanks so much! Hope you like this one, too!
      Reply
  16. Chrisy @ Homemade Hooplah says

    July 12, 2016 at 1:49 am

    My husband is always talking about making rolls like these - this finally looks like a recipe I can handle! Can't wait to try it :D
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:15 am

      Oh that's great! Hope you guys try it and enjoy! Thanks, Chrisy!
      Reply
  17. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    July 12, 2016 at 5:16 am

    this is such a perfect summer recipe, so healthy and light. love the cabbage wraps, i never have done that before!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:15 am

      Thanks, Thalia! This is perfect for the warm months!
      Reply
  18. Ashleigh says

    July 12, 2016 at 5:20 am

    This cabbage summer roll recipe looks wonderful, I can't wait to try it! Thank you for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 12, 2016 at 6:14 am

      Thanks so much Ashleigh! Hope you give it a go!
      Reply
  19. Denay DeGuzman says

    July 12, 2016 at 7:22 am

    These Napa Cabbage Summer Rolls look absolutely divine! As soon as I saw the first image I had to stop and pin it to Pinterest. Patricia, I love your blog. It's always filled with so much beauty and inspiration. Many good wishes for a great week! :-)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:57 am

      That is so sweet and thoughtful of you to say (and I love your site as well)! Thank you, Denay!
      Reply
  20. Sophia @ Little Box Brownie says

    July 12, 2016 at 9:58 am

    Yum, I love this. I'll have to bookmark it until summer comes around to this side of the world.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:56 am

      :) Something to look forward to! Thanks, Sophia!
      Reply
  21. Jane Couric says

    July 12, 2016 at 3:13 pm

    Hi, i love this recipe I want to try myself and see how it comes out.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:56 am

      Thanks, Jane! I hope you get a chance to try them and enjoy!
      Reply
  22. Amanda @ Cookie Named Desire says

    July 12, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    I love cabbage rolls and these look simply delectable!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:56 am

      Thanks a bunch, Amanda!
      Reply
  23. Cara says

    July 12, 2016 at 6:13 pm

    I haven't had cabbage rolls in so long but these look heavenly! That sauce sounds divine as well! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:55 am

      (I love this sauce!!) Thanks, Cara!
      Reply
  24. Christine Anne says

    July 12, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    These look so good. I've never thought of this. I've been wanting to make my own spring rolls but I get intimidated. This looks way more doable. :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:55 am

      These are super-duper easy to make! Thanks :)
      Reply
  25. Mary says

    July 13, 2016 at 12:32 am

    I'm just like you Patrica, when I hear cabbage rolls I think of a winter comfort food and this recipe is a pleasant surprise. I'm a huge fan of napa cabbage, its crisp, flavorful and water filled, and your spicy peanut sauce looks divine. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:55 am

      Thanks so much, Mary:)
      Reply
  26. Dee says

    July 13, 2016 at 7:01 am

    I love Napa cabbage, and these look so fresh and tasty -- perfect for a light dinner!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:54 am

      Yes, for sure! Thank you, Dee!
      Reply
  27. Sandi (@fearless_dining) says

    July 13, 2016 at 3:23 pm

    What a fun idea for a roll....so much healthier than tortillas.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      July 14, 2016 at 2:54 am

      Thanks, Sandi!
      Reply
  28. Tasia B says

    June 15, 2018 at 12:41 pm

    I am really diggin the combination of spicy, chicken, fresh lettuce, and peanuts that you have going in this recipe. It sounds extremely refreshing and you’ve definitely peaked my interest!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:37 am

      Thanks so much, Tasia! I hope you give it a go, and enjoy it as much as I do!
      Reply
  29. Krystin says

    June 15, 2018 at 12:47 pm

    These look amazing! I would totally make this, one of my favourite recipes!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:36 am

      Thanks so much, Krystin! I hope you enjoy this!
      Reply
  30. Jennifer Maune says

    June 15, 2018 at 6:33 pm

    The peanut sauce sounds so yummy! Love that it requires such a short cooking time! -Jennifer https://maunelegacy.com
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:36 am

      Thanks, Jennifer! Yes, it's especially good during the hot summer months!
      Reply
  31. Nutmeg Nanny says

    June 15, 2018 at 6:52 pm

    This spicy peanut sauce sounds perfect!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:36 am

      Thanks so much!
      Reply
  32. Michelle says

    June 15, 2018 at 7:03 pm

    I'm trying this as soon as I see Napa Cabbage show up at our farmer's market!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:36 am

      Yay! I hope you love it, Michelle!
      Reply
  33. Andrea says

    June 15, 2018 at 8:29 pm

    Napa Cabbage is one of my favorites. This looks like such a tasty way to eat it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:35 am

      Oh, for sure! Thanks, Andrea! I hope you like this dish!
      Reply
  34. Kasey Ma says

    June 15, 2018 at 9:33 pm

    WOW these look AMAZING~ ! totally bookmarking this now :) Kasey TheStyleWright.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:35 am

      Thank you, Kasey! I hope you like them!
      Reply
  35. Abeer says

    June 16, 2018 at 1:52 am

    I love peanut butter everything! Looks so good!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:35 am

      I'm with you, Abeer! Thanks so much!
      Reply
  36. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    June 16, 2018 at 4:41 am

    This looks SO delicious!! YUM!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:35 am

      Thanks a bunch!
      Reply
  37. Victoria says

    June 16, 2018 at 6:00 am

    Finally!! A recipe for spicy peanut sauce that doesn't include raw peanuts. For some reason I can eat peanut butter, but if I eat regular peanuts my throat swells. This sounds delicious, and I will have to try it out!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:35 am

      Oh, no!! I hope this one will work out well for you, Victoria! Thank you!
      Reply
  38. Cat says

    June 16, 2018 at 8:55 am

    Oh my gosh! These are so perfect for summer! YUM
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:34 am

      Thanks so much! Enjoy!
      Reply
  39. adriana says

    June 16, 2018 at 12:18 pm

    These look so, so good! I love this idea for summer! Trying them next week, yum!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:34 am

      Awesome! Enjoy, Adriana!
      Reply
  40. suzie says

    June 16, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    This looks so good. I'm definitely gonna make this. Pinning for later!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:34 am

      Thanks so much, Suzie! Enjoy!
      Reply
  41. The Southern Thing says

    June 18, 2018 at 12:24 pm

    Yum! I love anything with peanut sauce!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:32 am

      Mmmm! Me, too :)
      Reply
  42. Krista says

    June 19, 2018 at 10:51 am

    I love how light and easy these are!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      June 20, 2018 at 10:27 am

      Thanks very much, Krista! Summer food!
      Reply

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