Tai Larb ground meat dish with sliced onion and cilantro

Thai Larb

Thai Larb

Chef Punita

Servings

4-5

Cuisine

Asian, Thai

Category

Tai Larb

One of our favorite Thai/Laotian dishes. Larb or Laab is a refreshing meat salad with fresh herbs and toasted rice. I prefer ground turkey but you can also use ground chicken or pork. My version is quick and easy to follow.


If you’ve haven't tried Larb, you’re in for a real treat!


Thai Larb

Ingredients

  • 1 Packet Modern Masala's Tai Larb
  • 1 lb Ground Meat (Turkey, Chicken, or Pork)
  • 1 tsp Oil
  • ½ Tbsp Soy Sauce or Liquid Amino
  • ½ Tbsp Fish Sauce (optional)
  • 1-2 Cloves Garlic – Minced
  • Zest of 1 Lemon plus ½ Lemon Juice
  • Thai Chili – Thin Rings (optional to taste)
  • ¼ Red Onion – Thinly Sliced
  • ½ cup Mint Leaves
  • ½ cup Cilantro Leaves

Directions

  1. Heat large skillet or frying pan and add oil.
  2. Add ground meat and sauté on high heat for 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in the packet of Modern Masala's Tai Larb and garlic, then sauté for another 2 minutes on medium heat.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, fish sauce, chili, and lemon zest and juice.
  5. Cover, and let simmer for 5-6 minutes or until fully cooked.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in remaining ingredients. (Mint, Cilantro and Onion)
  7. Serve with chopped cabbage or as lettuce wraps.
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