Authentic Laotian Chicken Larb Recipe

Laotian Chicken Larb is a classic dish of minced chicken mixed with herbs, lime juice, and fish sauce. It is a refreshing and flavorful dish that can be served as a main course or as an appetizer. This recipe stays true to the traditional flavors of Laos.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chicken
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 3 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fish sauce
• Juice of 2 limes
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup roasted sticky rice powder
• Lettuce leaves, for serving
• Sliced cucumber and cherry tomatoes, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the shallots and garlic, and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
3. Add the ground chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon.
4. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, and sugar. Cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
6. Add the mint, cilantro, green onions, and roasted rice powder. Mix well.
7. Serve the larb on a platter lined with lettuce leaves, and garnish with cucumber and cherry tomatoes.
8. Enjoy the Laotian Chicken Larb with sticky rice or on its own.

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