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larb

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larb

Larb is a vibrant, traditional meat salad originating from Laos and widely popular in Northeastern Thailand (Isan). It is prepared by tossing minced meat—typically chicken, pork, or duck—with lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, fresh herbs like mint and cilantro, and a signature addition of toasted, ground sticky rice that provides a distinct nutty crunch. The dish is usually served at room temperature and is a staple of communal dining, often paired with fresh raw vegetables and sticky rice. It is considered a "fun" food, balancing spicy, sour, salty, and savory flavors in a way that is light yet deeply satisfying.

In conversation

Ordering at a Thai restaurant

I'll start with the chicken larb, please. Make it spicy!

I'll start with the chicken larb, please. Make it spicy!

Sure thing, do you want that with sticky rice?

Sure thing, do you want that with sticky rice?

Larb is almost always eaten with sticky rice to balance the bold seasoning.

Discussing lunch plans

I'm craving something fresh but filling today.

I'm craving something fresh but filling today.

How about that place on 5th? Their pork larb is incredible.

How about that place on 5th? Their pork larb is incredible.

Mentioning the meat type (pork, chicken) is standard when ordering.

Examples

  1. Have you ever tried making larb at home?

    Have you ever tried making larb at home?

  2. The toasted rice powder is the secret to a perfect larb.

    The toasted rice powder is the secret to a perfect larb.

  3. The zesty combination of lime and mint makes larb an exceptionally refreshing dish for hot summer days.

    The zesty combination of lime and mint makes larb an exceptionally refreshing dish for hot summer days.

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