Embark on a culinary adventure with Laphet Thoke, a vibrant Burmese Tea Leaf Salad that tantalizes the palate. Bursting with colors and textures, this dish is a harmonious blend of crispiness and earthy undertones.

Ingredients:

1 lb (about 450g) Fermented Tea Leaves

2 cups (300g) Cherry Tomatoes, halved

1 cup (150g) Roasted Peanuts

1 cup (150g) Fried Garlic Slices

1 cup (150g) Dried Shrimp, soaked

1 cup (150g) Julienned Cabbage

2 Green Chili Peppers, sliced

2 tbsp Fish Sauce

2 tbsp Sesame Oil

Lime Wedges for Garnish

Instructions:

Prepare Tea Leaves:

Rinse fermented tea leaves and soak them in water for 15 minutes. Drain excess water.

Combine Ingredients:

In a large bowl, mix tea leaves with cherry tomatoes, roasted peanuts, fried garlic slices, dried shrimp, julienned cabbage, and green chili peppers.

Dress the Salad:

Drizzle fish sauce and sesame oil over the mixture. Toss everything gently to ensure an even coating.

Serve:

Plate the salad and garnish with lime wedges. Serve immediately for the best freshness and flavor.

Serving:

Laphet Thoke is a delightful appetizer or side dish, offering a medley of tastes and textures. Enjoy the contrasting elements that make this tea leaf salad a culinary masterpiece.

Laphet Thoke invites you to experience the artistry of Burmese cuisine. Elevate your taste buds with this unique salad, celebrating the diversity of flavors found in Myanmar.