Cuisines : Khao Piak Sen - How to prepare this Laotian rice noodle soup

 




Khao Piak Sen, a traditional Cambodian and Laotian dish, is a comforting and flavorful noodle soup made with flat rice noodles. Here's a detailed preparation:


Ingredients:

- Flat rice noodles (can be homemade or store-bought)

- Chicken or pork bones for broth

- Aromatics: garlic, ginger, lemongrass, and sometimes galangal

- Fish sauce and salt for seasoning

- Protein: sliced chicken, pork, or beef

- Vegetables: green onions, cilantro, bean sprouts, and cabbage

- Garnishes: lime wedges, fresh cilantro, chili sauce

- Condiments: chili flakes, fish sauce


Preparation:

1. **Broth**: Start by making the broth. In a large pot, simmer chicken or pork bones with water and aromatics (garlic, ginger, lemongrass) for several hours until the flavors meld and the broth is rich and flavorful. Season the broth with fish sauce and salt to taste.


2. **Protein**: While the broth is simmering, prepare the protein. Thinly slice chicken, pork, or beef and season it with salt and pepper. Cook the protein in the broth until fully cooked and tender. Alternatively, you can cook the protein separately and add it to the soup later.


3. **Noodles**: Cook the flat rice noodles according to the package instructions until they are tender but still slightly chewy. Drain and rinse the noodles under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.


4. **Vegetables**: Prepare the vegetables by slicing green onions, chopping cilantro, and rinsing bean sprouts and sliced cabbage.


5. **Assembly**: To serve, place a portion of cooked rice noodles in a bowl. Add the cooked protein and desired vegetables on top of the noodles.


6. **Broth**: Ladle the hot broth over the noodles and protein, ensuring that everything is heated through.


7. **Garnishes**: Garnish the soup with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice for brightness.


8. **Condiments**: Serve the soup with condiments such as chili sauce, chili flakes, and fish sauce on the side so diners can customize their bowls according to their taste preferences.


Enjoy this comforting and flavorful Khao Piak Sen soup as a satisfying meal any time of the year!

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