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khao piak sen (Lao noodle soup)

Khao piak sen is a traditional Lao noodle soup characterized by its thick, chewy rice noodles served in a savory chicken or pork broth. It is a comforting, hearty dish often enjoyed for breakfast, reflecting the communal and home-style cooking culture of Laos.

10 ingredients
savoryumamiherbalmildly tangycomforting
Lao70%
Thai30%

Ingredients

  • rice flour
    2 cups
  • water
    4 cups
  • chicken broth
    6 cups
  • chicken thighs
    1 lb
  • garlic
    3 cloves
  • shallots
    2
  • fresh cilantro
    1/4 cup
  • green onions
    1/4 cup
  • lime wedges
    to taste
  • fish sauce
    2 tbsp

Method

Steps not available

Originating from Laos, khao piak sen reflects the region's use of locally grown rice and herbs, combining influences from neighboring Southeast Asian cuisines while maintaining unique Lao flavors and preparation methods.

Ingredient ancestry breakdown

Lao70%
ingredients+techniques
Thai30%
ingredient_origin
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