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Nam Khao

Nam khao (ແໝມເຂົ້າ) is a crispy rice salad. It has a subtle curry undertone with tart highlights from the lime

This super moist coconut cake with whipped cream cream cheese and toasted coconuts has won over the family, young and

This is a salty, sweet, savory curry based hot pot. If you like hot pot, but want something a little

This is a baked version of the steamed cassava cake that I grew up on. I’m not sure why, but

Banana fritters (Kuay Taod or Kuay khek) is a popular street food in Southeast Asia. You can find them at

This is my new favorite cake. That’s right I said it. It has also made its way on top of

Phat kee mao (pad kee mao), which translate to dunkard’s stir fry, similar to phat see-ew, but spicier and with

This super easy recipe for coconut flan features a nice Asian twist with pandandus leaves. The smooth custard with subtle

Salty, sweet, tart and a little spicy…this recipe has it all. It features a sweet and sour and umami sauce

Salee haw kaab, which literally translate to corn wrapped in husk is a lesser known Lao dessert made of sticky