Teresa's Recipes
Khao Piak Sen
Khao Piak Sen is a warm, comforting, and traditional Laotian soup that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. It's a wonderful amalgamation of homemade chewy rice noodles immersed in a rich, flavorful broth studded with tender shredded chicken. The soup is then finished with an array of garnishes such as fresh cilantro, tangy lime juice, and fiery chili flakes, giving it a vibrant, colorful appearance that is as appealing to the eyes as it is to the palate. This dish is a testament to the beauty of Laotian cuisine, which is renowned for its fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
Ingredients
- To taste Salt
- To taste Black Pepper
- To garnish Chili flakes
- 1, cut into wedges Lime
- Handful, chopped Cilantro
- 2, chopped Green onions
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 inch piece, minced Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
- 2 Chicken breast
- 6 cups Chicken broth
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Rice flour
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Soup
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 4g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine rice flour with 2 cups of water and mix until a smooth batter forms.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Pour the batter through a colander or steamer basket over the boiling water, creating thin noodles. Cook these noodles for 2-3 minutes until they are soft, then rinse them under cool water to stop the cooking process. Set the noodles aside for later use.
- In a separate pot, combine the chicken broth, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, fish sauce, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Bring this mixture to a boil.
- Add the chicken breasts to the broth, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Take the chicken breasts out of the broth and let them cool enough to handle. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Put the shredded chicken back into the simmering broth.
- To serve, divide the rice noodles among your serving bowls. Ladle the hot chicken broth with shredded chicken over the noodles.
- Garnish each bowl with a generous sprinkling of chopped green onions and cilantro. Add a pinch of chili flakes for a kick of heat and a squeeze of lime juice for a refreshing tang. Serve the Khao Piak Sen hot and savor the comforting warmth and rich flavors of this traditional Laotian dish.