1 To make the most of your time, prepare everything first. Keep the vegetables chopped before you boil the vermicelli noodles or soften the rice paper.
2 Since the rice paper will soften as you roll, you’ll need to keep working fast. Also, for a clean roll, don’t overfill with the vegetables.
3 If you plan on making Vietnamese rolls frequently, it’s important to invest in a cutting board and a sharp knife. Rolling on a clean and a little damp cutting board will give you a clean finish. And the sharp knife will give you perfectly julienned vegetables.
4 If the rice paper sheet is tearing, gently press the edges. You can also use a damp cloth to keep the sheets moist, which are easy to roll.
5 Once you’re done, leave a little gap between the two rolls. If they touch, they can stick to each other, and are bound to tear. So, space the rolls out and cover them with a damp cloth to prevent the rice sheets from drying.