Gigi's Lao Kitchen: Crafting the Perfect KhaoPiek Sen Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is lower in calories, while pork is often more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common alternative for flavor.

rice noodles

🥗Healthier: whole grain noodles

💰Cheaper: egg noodles

Whole grain noodles offer more fiber, while egg noodles are often less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a similar freshness, while green onions are more budget-friendly.

Prepare boiling water in a pot.

Add 3 tablespoons of salt to the boiling water.

Add the chicken to the pot and let it boil.

Char garlic on a preheated griddle to enhance flavor.

Scrape the skin off the ginger and add it to the stock.

Add lemongrass and kaffir lime leaf to the pot for flavor.

Sauté shallots and ginger in a separate pan.

Prepare garnishes: slice ginger, green onion, and cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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