During our week in Laos we enjoyed many foods and noticed both a Thai and French influence in the cuisine.\u00a0 Most of the fruits and vegetables are the same as in Thailand and because of the previous French occupation, the people of Laos enjoy French bakery items such as croissants, baguettes, and cakes.<\/p>\n
Rice \u2013 The principal food in this country is steamed sticky rice, which is stickier and drier than in Thailand. One way to eat this rice is to take a small handful and dip it in a sauce.\u00a0 We enjoyed sticky rice dipped in a thick, spicy tomato dip at one restaurant.<\/p>\n
Yogurt \u2013 Just like in the US and many foreign countries, fruit and plain yogurt is available in Laos. Unintentionally I also tried a flavor of yogurt that included red kidney beans, nuts, corn, dried fruit, and fresh fruit.\u00a0 It was interesting, but I wouldn\u2019t say tasty.\u00a0 Now I look at the pictures on the front of the package more carefully if the ingredients are not written in English.<\/p>\n
Long Bean Salad \u2013 Long beans are a common vegetable in Laos. At one restaurant the bean salad was made with blanched and sliced long beans, peanuts, and a spicy, oily dressing. Very tasty!<\/p>\n
Laab \u2013 It is a spicy, sour protein dish often made from meat or poultry.\u00a0 It includes lime juice and fresh herbs. The name means good fortune in the Lao language and is considered the national dish.<\/p>\n
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During our week in Laos we enjoyed many foods and noticed both a Thai and French influence in the cuisine.\u00a0 Most of the fruits and vegetables are the same as in Thailand and because of the previous French occupation, the … Continue reading