Khao piak sen is a rice noodle soup that is a part of traditional Laos cuisine. It literally translates to wet rice strands. It is a common food that’s great for a cold day.
This’s not really the course official for the morning but very commune in most of area. Materials aren’t rich (pork or chicken broth and white noodle) and the recipe isn’t too complex. This food is high appreciated by local people as well as foreign tourists. It is often made in large batches to eat with a large people group. Khao Piak Sien is a great dish to serve a crowd.
The noodles in Khao piak sen are chewy fresh noodles and add a lot of starch to the overall dish. The noodles are made of tapioca starch, rice flour and water. The noodles cook directly in the broth, releasing starches that give khao piak sen it’s distinct consistency. The noodle soup is garnished with shredded chicken, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, fried garlic, fried shallots, cabbage, lime, fried garlic chili and/or fish sauce when it is served. Bean sprouts are sometimes added.
Khao Piak Sen chicken-( Laos Noodle Soup) |