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Koy pa Catfish Salad

Cultural Context

Koy pa, or catfish salad, is a traditional dish from Laos, celebrated for its fresh and vibrant flavors. It embodies the Lao culinary philosophy of balancing sour, salty, and spicy elements, often enjoyed during communal meals or special occasions. In recent years, this dish has gained popularity beyond Laos, inspiring variations in neighboring countries and among international food enthusiasts.

LaoLAmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb catfish
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1/2 cup shallots, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup mint, chopped
2 chili peppers, sliced
1 tablespoon sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

catfish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is often less expensive and widely available.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: walnuts

Sunflower seeds offer a nutty flavor while being more affordable.

1

Squeeze juice from 1 lime into the fish to prevent it from being too salty.

2

Chop the catfish into small pieces.

3

Squeeze juice from 2 limes into the mixture.

4

Add fish sauce to taste, about 1 unit.

5

Mix everything together until well combined.

6

Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice if needed.

7

Add chopped shallots, cilantro, mint, and chili peppers to the mixture.

8

Toss everything together until well combined.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmixing

Equipment Needed

grillmixing bowlserving platter

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishnuts

Also Known As

Koi PaLarb Catfish

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