Learn the various types of Laotian herbs that are used in cooking. I share with you a specific list of common herbs that are used as well as links to some recipes that use them. When you go to an Asian market for the first time, you might be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of various herbs that you’ll see…
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Som Pak with Pig Ears or Pig Tendon – Laos Fermented Cabbage
Learn how to make a delicious, flavorful dish for authentic Laos Som Pak pickled cabbage with crunchy pig ears which is a beloved side dish at family dinners with sticky rice. There are two versions of Laos pickled cabbage – one with pig ears and one without. Pickled cabbage with pig ears are absolutely delicious due to the textures from…
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Authentic Vietnamese Bo Kho – Braised Beef Stew
Authentic Bo Kho is a traditional Vietnamese stye beef stew that is easy to make at home. Learn how to make this delicious stew right at home. Vietnamese Bo Kho is a delicious stew that is great on a cold day. The broth melds together the flavors of star anise, ginger, shallots, and so many other aromatic herbs. This stew…
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Flavorful Authentic Laos Pork Sausage Recipe – Lao Sai Kok
Learn how to make delicious and flavorful Laos pork sausage and the important ingredients that are used in this dish. Laos sausage is one of the most beloved dishes in the country. This herbaceous sausage is absolutely flavorful and filling. If you are looking for a different type of sausage recipe to try, you might just give this delicious one…
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Difference Between Laotian Pho and Vietnamese Pho
While Vietnam reigns as the originator of the infamous pho noodle soup, Laos has its own unique version of pho. In this post, we’ll talk through the differences between each country’s soup and how to spot the differences. Pho is generally associated with Vietnamese cuisine, but there are regional variations of it in every part of Asia. Laotian pho has…
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