1-First: cook 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef (or chicken or pork) with black pepper over medium heat. Break it up as it browns, which takes around 5 minutes.

2-Next, add 4 cloves of garlic, 1 tablespoon of fresh grated ginger (or 1/4 cup candied ginger), and 1-3 teaspoons of Chinese 5 spice, cooking for another minute.

3-Stir in 1/3 cup of tamari or soy sauce and 1/4 cup of sweet Thai chili sauce, then simmer until the sauce coats the meat, about 3-5 minutes.

4-Mix in 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions and remove from heat. Warm one flour tortilla in the microwave for 15 seconds. Place the beef mixture down the center, topping with slices of 4 Persian cucumbers, 2 cups of cilantro, 1/2 cup of Thai basil, the remaining chopped green onions, and 1/3 cup of chopped roasted peanuts.

5-Fold the sides of the tortilla and roll it up snugly. Repeat with the remaining 8-10 flour tortillas and filling. Serve warm with chili paste and toasted sesame oil for dipping, and consider adding rice on the side for a fuller meal.

6-Additional Tips for Assembly: To make rolling easier, warm the flour tortillas lightly on a skillet for better pliability. If you’re opting for rice paper wrappers instead, they provide a gluten-free choice and don’t need frying. Each roll contains about 392 calories, making it a smart pick for diet-conscious folks.