Type Noodle soup | Place of origin Laos | |
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Alternative names Khao piak, Ka'piek, Khao piak sien Main ingredients Fresh rice noodles, chicken broth Similar Khao poon, Padaek, Nam khao, Som moo, Or lam | ||
How to make noodles soup khao piak sen soup lao food home made by kaysone
Khao piak sen (Lao: ເຂົ້າ ປຽກ) is a rice noodle soup that is a part of traditional Laotian cuisine. It literally translates to wet rice strands. It is a common comfort food that's great for a cold day. It is the "chicken noodle soup" of Laotian cuisine and does not require too many ingredients, but makes a perfect dish with its simplicity. It is often made in large batches to eat with a large group of people. It is sometimes prepared using pork belly. Chopsticks are commonly used to consume the soup, and it is commonly eaten as a breakfast dish.
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- How to make noodles soup khao piak sen soup lao food home made by kaysone
- How to make khao piak sen noodles lao food home made by kaysone
- Chicken broth
- Noodles
- References
How to make khao piak sen noodles lao food home made by kaysone
Chicken broth
The broth for Khao piak sen is usually made from chicken. The broth is simmered with galangal, lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves. In addition, some also simmer the broth with garlic cooked in oil.
Noodles
The noodles in Khao piak sen are chewy fresh noodles that add a lot of starch to the overall dish. The noodles are made of rice flour, tapioca starch, and water. The noodles cook directly in the broth, releasing starches that give khao piak sen it's distinct consistency. When served, the noodle soup is garnished with shredded chicken, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, cabbage, fried garlic, fried shallots, lime, fried garlic chili and/or fish sauce. Bean sprouts are sometimes added.
