Crafts to Crumbs

Kitchen Adventures of a Lao American

1 January, 2017

Hello!

I’m sharing my love for food, from crafts to crumbs, with an international flare.

Check out my latest recipes.

Kanom Khai Nok Khata

Kanom khai nok khata (ຂະນົມ ໄຂ່ນົກກະທາ) are small fried sweet potato balls. They are crispy on the outside, but soft and creamy because of the sweet potato and coconut milk that have been incorporated into the dough. Khai nok khata in Lao and Thai translate to quail eggs denoting the size of these fried balls.
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Roast Pork

This is an easy roast pork (ອົບໝູ) recipe that yields a Chinese style roast pork. It features five spice, ginger and soy. I developed this recipe after so many disappointments with the seasoning packets. Usually, those seasoning packets are convenient for creating the restaurant flavors at home. However, I found that was lacking for roast
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How to Sprout Your Own Sprouts!

Sprouts are nutrient rich and high in antioxidants. Best of all, you can easily grow them at home. My family typically sprout mung bean sprouts, which are used to top various noodle dishes; like pad Thai, Khua Mee (pad Lao), or pho and they are great in stir fries too. For me they are one
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Keto Friendly Peanut Buttercups

Chocolate coated peanut butter cups reminiscent of America’s favorite candy. Yes, the peanut butter cup is usually on the top of the list. However, since it is post-holiday season, everyone seems to be on a diet. Some were on diet throughout the holidays, which I know can be tough. Partially why, I’m sharing this recipe
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