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Laap

Cultural Context

Laap, a traditional dish from Laos, is often served at celebrations and gatherings, symbolizing community and sharing. The dish highlights the balance of flavors—spicy, sour, and savory—typical of Lao cuisine. Variations exist across Southeast Asia, with each region adding its own twist, making Laap a beloved dish far beyond its origins.

LaoLAmain
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground meat
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1/4 cup rice powder
1/2 cup chopped herbs
1 teaspoon chili flakes
2 shallots, minced
1/4 cup chopped green onions

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

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey offers a leaner option while ground pork is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a lower-sodium alternative, while salt is a more accessible flavor enhancer.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides similar acidity, while vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

herbs

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach maintains freshness and nutrition, while cabbage is often more affordable.

1

Prepare the ground meat by cooking it in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

2

Remove the meat from heat and let it cool slightly.

3

In a bowl, combine the cooked meat with lime juice, fish sauce, and chili flakes.

4

Add rice powder, mixing well to incorporate all ingredients.

5

Stir in chopped herbs, shallots, and green onions until evenly distributed.

6

Taste and adjust seasoning with more fish sauce or lime juice if needed.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

fishsoy

Also Known As

LarbLarp

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