Lahpet Thoke - Eating BURMESE TEA LEAF Salad on the Streets of Yangon, Myanmar!

tea leaves

🥗Healthier: green tea leaves

💰Cheaper: black tea leaves

Green tea leaves offer a lighter flavor, while black tea is more accessible.

fried garlic

🥗Healthier: baked garlic

💰Cheaper: fresh garlic

Baked garlic reduces oil while providing flavor.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is plant-based and easier to find.

peanuts

🥗Healthier: sunflower seeds

💰Cheaper: pumpkin seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch with less cost.

Mix pickled tea leaves with tomatoes and toasted peas.

Add peanuts and a dressing made from peanut oil and light spices.

Combine thoroughly until well mixed.

Cooking Techniques

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