How to make YUM SALAT | Lao Egg Dressing Salad | House of X Tia

ground meat

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor, while salt is a basic alternative.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer, while frozen herbs can be more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice can substitute lime, and vinegar is a budget-friendly sour option.

Start with the dressing by breaking up egg yolks in a bowl.

Add mayonnaise, sugar, salt, fish sauce, and mix well.

Squeeze in lime juice and add a little water to dilute.

Taste and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce if needed.

Incorporate fried garlic with oil into the dressing.

Add chili pepper flakes for heat.

In a large bowl, combine iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, and green onions.

Add some of the dressing to the salad mixture.

Incorporate tomatoes and cilantro.

Add egg whites last to avoid breaking them up.

Pour the remaining dressing over the salad and mix gently.

Top with sunflower seeds before serving.

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