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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Package of rice wrappers
- Approx 5 large carrots, peeled and grated
- 1/2 small to medium head of cabbage, cut into very thin strips
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- Warm water
- Dipping Sauce (I used a combination of chili sauce with my homemade hot sauce)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1328g | |
| Calories 133 | |
| Calories from Fat 7 | 5% |
| Total Fat 0.82g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.13g | 1% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 261mg | 11% |
| Potassium 1048mg | 30% |
| Total Carbs 30.9g | 8% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.1g | 30% |
| Sugars 15.21g | 10% |
| Protein 3.22g | 5% |
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