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Shan Noodles

Name: Shan Noodles
Cuisine: Burmese (Myanmar)
Ingredients: 200 grams rice noodles; 150 grams minced pork or chicken; 3 cloves garlic; 2 medium shallots; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 tablespoon chili oil; 1 teaspoon turmeric powder; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium tomato; 1 lime lime; a handful fresh coriander; 2 tablespoons crushed peanuts

Shan Noodles is a traditional Burmese dish originating from the Shan State, known for its light yet flavorful broth accompanied by rice noodles, minced meat, and fresh herbs. It is a staple breakfast and street food item, highlighting the unique culinary identity of the Shan ethnic group within Myanmar. The dish balances savory, tangy, and aromatic flavors, reflecting the diverse agricultural produce of the region.

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Culinary DNA Preview

Burmese (Myanmar)70%

Southeast Asian30%

Ingredients

rice noodles
200 grams
minced pork or chicken
150 grams
garlic
3 cloves
shallots
2 medium
fish sauce
2 tablespoons
chili oil
1 tablespoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons
tomato
1 medium
lime
1 lime
fresh coriander
a handful
peanuts
2 tablespoons crushed

Method

Steps not available

Origin Story

The dish comes from the Shan ethnic group in Myanmar and has been a local staple for generations, embodying the region's agricultural bounty and cultural heritage. It evolved as a nutritious and quick meal for laborers and travelers.

Culinary DNA

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

Burmese (Myanmar)70%

ingredients+techniques

Southeast Asian30%

ingredient_origin

Techniques

sautéing simmering soaking garnishing

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