How to cook Nam Khao Musubi | Lao Food from Saeng's Kitchen

cooked pork

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Tofu is a lower-calorie alternative, while ground beef is often less expensive.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides a similar umami flavor, while salt is more accessible.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned chicken is budget-friendly.

cooked shrimp

🥗Healthier: steamed fish

💰Cheaper: imitation crab

Steamed fish is healthier, and imitation crab is often less expensive.

Prepare cooked rice and let it cool slightly.

Mix cooked rice with chopped green onions, cilantro, lime juice, fish sauce, and chili flakes.

In a separate bowl, combine cooked pork, chicken, and shrimp with sugar, salt, and black pepper.

Form the rice mixture into small balls or patties using your hands.

Place a spoonful of the meat mixture in the center of each rice ball and mold the rice around it.

Wrap each rice ball with a strip of nori sheet to secure it.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry the rice balls until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve warm with sliced cucumber and extra lime wedges.

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