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Laos is a landlocked country in Southeast Asia with a land area of 236,800 square kilometers, making it one of the smallest landlocked countries in the world.
Laos has a long history, and in addition to its rich cultural heritage, its cuisine is known for its five flavors: sour, spicy, sweet, salty and bitter, as well as its unique flavor. Laotian cuisine focuses on the freshness and naturalness of the ingredients, as well as the uniqueness and delicacy of the practices. Its cuisine is not only unique in taste, but also affordable, making it an excellent choice for tourists to taste the local cuisine. The following are some of the delicacies worth trying:
1、Mok Pa
The steamed sea bass is cooked with herbs, chili, green onions, lemon leaves and other spices for a refreshing taste.
2、 Banh Baen
A dish made of rice noodles with various herbs, beef, pork, tofu and other ingredients, it is one of the favorite foods of local people in Laos.
3、Khao Niao
The main ingredient of glutinous rice is served with various flavors of side dishes, such as grilled chicken, pork, and green papaya salad, making it a memorable dish.
4、Khanom
Soft and sweet, often with the rich flavor of coconut milk, the pastries are a favorite dessert of the Lao people.
5、Larb
Laotian-style salad is a refreshing and unique blend of fried pork, raw vegetables, lemon juice, chili and cilantro.
6、Ping Kai
Glutinous rice is roasted in bamboo until all the grains are cooked, and then seasoned with popcorn, beans, and scallions.
7、Tom Yam
Lao hot and sour soup is a very popular dish made by simmering a variety of spices such as sour lemon juice, lemon grass, chili pepper and lemongrass, and then adding fresh shrimp, fish, chicken and mushrooms. The spicy and sour taste is unforgettable.
8、Laap Gai
Sour and spicy chicken is a dish with chopped chicken, lemon juice, cilantro and chili as the main ingredients. It has a refreshingly sour and spicy flavor, perfect for hot weather. These are just a few of the Laotian delicacies. Once you're in Laos, try some of the local specialties and you'll love the food culture!
