Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of Lao Yum Salat! In this mouthwatering recipe, we'll guide you through creating a refreshing Asian salad that combines crisp red leaf lettuce, endive lettuce, green onions, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and pickled radish. Top it off with savory slices of chicken and a tangy dressing made with garlic, egg yolks, fish sauce, and lime juice. This salad is not only bursting with fresh ingredients but also showcases the authentic flavors of Lao cuisine. Join us as we take you step by step through this delightful Yum Salat recipe, perfect for those who crave a healthy and flavorful salad option.

Learn how to make an authentic and delicious Lao ragu with this step-by-step recipe! Featuring bone-in short ribs marinated in a blend of salt, brown sugar, and MSG, this savory dish is packed with rich flavors like oyster sauce, garlic, and padaek. I'll show you how to sear the beef, add in fresh veggies like mushrooms, tomatoes, carrots, potatoes, and onions, and let it stew to perfection in a tomato-based sauce. Plus, I'll give you tips on adjusting the fish sauce, padaek, and black pepper to your liking. Serve with a baguette for dipping and enjoy a taste of Laos in your own home!

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There are many variations of Lao jerky and this is a classic Lao jerky sin savanh that typically is a bit sweeter and is sprinkled with sesame seeds. The perfect bit is Lao jerky, jeow bong, and sticky rice.

Khao poon is a Lao noodle dish you will find at a lot of Lao community gatherings. It is filled with flavor from the red curry, fish sauce, and fresh herbs. The vermicelli noodles soak up the broth so every bite will be delicious. Usually, it is eaten with cooked pork blood cubes, a squeeze of lime, and lots of herbs.

Om Keelik is a traditional Lao stew that is made with cassia leaves and yanang juice. It is thickened with sticky rice and its a standout with the bitter notes from the cassia. This Lao Cassia stew is perfect with warm sticky rice. This is one of my favorite Lao stews.

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Laab tao is a classic and traditional Lao dish that brings you the star algae! This is a unique dish that is hard to find because algae is not available everywhere. This style of laab adds in the authentic laab seasonings like khao kua.

A favorite childhood Lao snack that was always given out at temple. This is khao tom, a coconut sticky rice banana parcel. Make sure to let these cool for at least 1 hour so it creates that delicious chewy texture.

Lao steak is essential to Lao barbecues. It goes perfect with a traditional Lao dip called jeow bee. Make sure to eat all of this with sticky rice.

Thom khem is a Lao traditional pork stew that is every kids favorite. It is braised pork and boiled eggs in a caramelized fish sauce. It goes great with jasmine rice!

Purple sticky rice is a mixture of white and purple sticky rice. The purple rice gives it an extra chewy texture and natural vibrant purple color.

Jeow mak muang is one of my favorite Lao dips because it goes well with all sour fruits especially unripe mango. This is my go to Lao snack whenever I'm craving sweet, spicy, and savory all in one bite.

Kua Mee, also known as Lao stir fry noodles, is a delicious and popular dish in Lao cuisine. Learn how to make this flavorful dish at home with our easy recipe. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal!

This gluten free Lao dumpling is bursting with flavors. The filling is made with glazed pork and crushed peanuts. It is a fun and unique way to use mini tapioca pearls. These dumplings are served with fresh veggies and will give you a bouncy chew filled with yumminess.

These sweet treats are made of sticky rice and coconut! They are the perfect dessert after a Lao meal. The fun part is folding them because its like banana leaf origami.

Gang nor mai is a traditional Lao stew known for its earthy green flavors. The taste comes from the fresh bamboo shoots, yanang extract, and lots of green herbs. Follow my easy recipe to recreate this delicious dish at home.