How to cook Lao style brisket | Lao Food from Saeng's Kitchen

brisket

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork shoulder is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami without fish allergens, while salt is a basic alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are lower in calories and easier to store.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey is a natural sweetener with a different flavor profile.

Prepare the brisket by trimming excess fat and cutting into manageable pieces.

Mix fish sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, and chopped shallots in a bowl to create a marinade.

Add the brisket pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the marinated brisket, searing until browned on all sides.

Pour in water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover, simmering for 2-3 hours until tender.

Remove the brisket from the pot and let rest before slicing against the grain.

Prepare the salad by combining fresh herbs, chopped chili peppers, and rice powder in a bowl.

Toss in sliced brisket, green onions, cucumber, and tomatoes, mixing well to combine.

Serve the brisket salad on a bed of lettuce, garnished with crushed peanuts and additional herbs if desired.

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