Playing with FOOD: Lao Phun Moo | Dymond Kay Recipe

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being more accessible.

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey reduces fat content, while ground beef is often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides acidity with fewer calories, and vinegar is a budget-friendly substitute.

mint leaves

🥗Healthier: basil

💰Cheaper: dried mint

Basil offers a fresh flavor and is often easier to find.

Combine ground pork with lime juice in a bowl.

Add fish sauce and mix thoroughly.

Stir in chopped shallots and minced garlic.

Incorporate mint leaves and cilantro into the mixture.

Sprinkle chili flakes for heat and adjust to taste.

Add sugar to balance flavors and mix well.

Fold in rice powder for texture.

Serve on a bed of lettuce leaves.

Garnish with sliced cucumber and carrots.

Top with chopped green onions and peanuts.

Enjoy fresh, served at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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