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Khao piak sen recipe
Savor the comforting flavors of this Laotian noodle soup.
Ingredients
- 250 g rice flour
- 500 ml water
- 400 g chicken breast
- 1 chicken broth
- 3 garlic
- 2 limes
- 4 green onions
- 1 cilantro
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp pepper
How to make Khao piak sen
- In a bowl, combine 250 g of rice flour and 500 ml of water to form a smooth dough until well mixed.
- Roll the dough into thin noodles on a floured surface and cut into strips about 5 mm wide.
- In a pot, bring 1 liter of chicken broth to a boil over high heat.
- Add 400 g of chicken breast to the boiling broth and reduce the heat to medium. Simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the broth and let it cool slightly. Shred it using two forks, and set aside.
- Return the shredded chicken to the pot along with 4 crushed garlic cloves.
- Add the noodles to the broth and cook for 5-7 minutes over medium heat until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Serve hot in bowls and garnish with lime wedges, chopped green onions, cilantro, and a splash of fish sauce.
What is Khao piak sen?
Khao piak sen is a traditional dish from Laos, simmered in one pot, and takes about 60 minutes from start to finish. It is built around chicken breast and rice flour. The recipe below uses 10 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Khao piak sen take?
At 60 minutes it is quicker than 57% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 12 dishes built on chicken breast. The method runs to 8 steps, the longest being 15 minutes.
Any tips for making Khao piak sen?
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor in the soup.
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