Silky Laos Khao Piak Sen with Fresh Herbs
A cozy, comforting noodle soup
Khao Piak Sen, a traditional Laos noodle soup, is renowned for its silky broth and chewy rice noodles. Perfect for a warm, comforting meal.
- 2 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Broth
For the Noodles
For the Chicken
For Garnishing
Preparation
Marinating the Chicken
Slice the chicken breasts
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
Combine marinade
Combine with soy sauce and vegetable oil in a bowl.
Marinate
Allow to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Noodles
Mix the flours
Mix rice flour and tapioca flour in a large bowl.
Add boiling water
Gradually add boiling water while stirring to form a dough.
Knead and rest the dough
Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth, allow to rest for 15 minutes.
Knead the noodle dough well to achieve perfect chewiness.
Cooking Process
Simmering the Broth
Bring the chicken broth to a boil, then add lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, ginger, fish sauce, and salt. Simmer for 1 hour.
Cooking the Chicken
In a separate pan, sauté the marinated chicken until fully cooked.
Preparing the Noodles
Roll out the dough and cut into strips. Boil in a large pot until they float to the surface, about 3-5 minutes.
Plating & Serving
Silky Laos Khao Piak Sen with Fresh Herbs
Silky Laos Khao Piak Sen with Fresh Herbs
Plating & Serving
Ladle the broth over cooked noodles and chicken in deep bowls. Top with fresh bean sprouts, green onions, cilantro, chili, and a squeeze of lime.