
Burmese Tea Leaf Salad (Lahpet Thoke) - Shellfish Free
A complex and flavorful Burmese salad with fermented tea leaves, fried garlic, peanuts, sesame seeds, and other crunchy elements. Modified to ensure it's safe for shellfish allergies.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Fermented Tea Leaves
- 1 cup Shredded Cabbage
- 1 cup Sliced Tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Fried Garlic
- 1/4 cup Roasted Peanuts
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 tablespoon Sunflower Seeds
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
- 1 tablespoon Fish Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Peanut Oil
Instructions
- 1Gently squeeze any excess moisture from the 1/2 cup of Fermented Tea Leaves.
- 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the 1/2 cup of Fermented Tea Leaves, 1 cup of Shredded Cabbage, and 1 cup of Sliced Tomatoes.
- 3Add the 2 tablespoons of Fried Garlic, 1/4 cup of Roasted Peanuts, 1 tablespoon of Toasted Sesame Seeds, and 1 tablespoon of Sunflower Seeds to the large mixing bowl with the tea leaf mixture.
- 4In a separate small bowl, whisk together the 2 tablespoons of Lime Juice, 1 tablespoon of Fish Sauce, and 1 tablespoon of Peanut Oil until well combined.
- 5Pour the dressing from the small bowl over the ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Toss the salad gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- 6Serve the Burmese Tea Leaf Salad (Lahpet Thoke) immediately after tossing.
Substitutions
Fish Sauce → Soy Sauce or Vegan Fish Sauce
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This content is AI-generated by Safe Plated and is not medical advice. AI can make errors and may miss allergens or cross-contamination risks. Always read physical ingredient labels and verify allergen safety independently before preparing or consuming any food. Consult your allergist for guidance specific to your situation.
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