Larb Recipe - Lao Food /Laotian Food - Minced Beef Salad - Minced Beef Recipe

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground chicken is often more affordable.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce provides umami flavor and is easier to find.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

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

Combine minced beef with lime juice in a bowl.

Add fish sauce and mix well until combined.

Stir in chilli powder for texture and flavor.

Incorporate finely chopped lemongrass, garlic, ginger, and coriander into the mixture.

Add sliced spring onions for crunch.

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

Serve immediately with lettuce leaves.

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