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Gin Thoke

Cultural Context

Originating from Myanmar, Gin Thoke is a refreshing salad that highlights the vibrant flavors of ginger and fresh vegetables. It's often served as a side dish, complementing various Burmese meals, and is especially popular during festive occasions. The dish showcases the use of local ingredients and reflects the Burmese love for fresh, zesty flavors.

BurmeseMMside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup shredded ginger
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup peanuts
1/2 lemon
50 grams oil
2-3 green chillies
1/2 cup fried garlic
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup gram flour
a handful of roasted coconut chips
salt to taste

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

Soy sauce offers a similar umami flavor while being vegetarian.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a heart-healthy alternative with a milder flavor.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a nut-free option with a similar crunch.

young ginger

💰Cheaper: regular ginger

Regular ginger can be used if young ginger is unavailable.

1

Soak the shredded ginger in vinegar overnight to pickle it.

2

In a bowl, add the pickled ginger, thinly sliced onions, green chillies, peanuts, fried garlic, sesame seeds, roasted coconut chips, gram flour, and oil.

3

Add salt to taste and the juice of half a lemon.

4

Mix all of this together properly.

Cooking Techniques

slicingshreddingmixingroasting

Equipment Needed

bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Ginger Salad

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