Tea Leaf Salad
Laphet Thoke
⏱️ 20 minutes Total Time
🍽️ 4 Serves
260 Calories
7g Protein
14g Carbs
20g Fat
Why This Recipe Works
This is arguably Myanmar's most iconic dish, a perfect storm of textures and flavors. It provides a unique caffeine kick along with a savory umami depth that is completely addictive.
Instructions
1
Arrange a bed of lettuce on a platter and place a generous mound of tea leaf dressing in the center.
2
Place the various crunchy seeds, legumes, garlic, and vegetables in separate piles around the lettuce to showcase the ingredients.
3
Omit the shrimp powder and fish sauce to keep this vegetarian, seasoning instead with extra salt and fresh lemon juice.
4
Mix the salad at the table using two forks, ensuring the tea leaf paste lightly coats every element before serving.
Storage: Best enjoyed immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze this recipe?
Best enjoyed immediately.
