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Laotian Bamboo Salad
Fresh and fragrant salad of bamboo shoots, lemongrass, cilantro, chilies and fish sauce, inspired by the markets of London but prepared at home. An appetizer or side dish typical of Laos, simple yet rich in aromas.
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Critical Success Points
- • Soak the sticky rice for at least 1 hour.
- • Crush the lemongrass, shallot and chilies into a smooth paste.
- • Cook the bamboo and simmer the sauce so the flavors meld.
- • Thicken the sauce with starch without forming lumps.
Safety Warnings
- • Be careful of burns when handling boiling water.
- • Wear gloves or wash hands after touching chilies to avoid eye irritation.
- • Use the mortar carefully to avoid injuring your fingers.
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