Delicious Laotian Larb with Ground Chicken and Lime
This Laotian larb is a vibrant and savory salad featuring ground chicken infused with lime, herbs, and a hint of chili.

Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Combine Chicken and Marinade
In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken with 4 tablespoons of fish sauce and 2 tablespoons of lime juice.
- 2
Marinate
Mix well and let it marinate for 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
- 3
Drain Excess Liquid
Once marinated, drain any excess liquid from the chicken.
Preparing the Rice Powder
- 1
Toast Sticky Rice
Heat a pan over medium heat and add the uncooked sticky rice.
- 2
Toast Until Golden
Stir constantly until the rice turns golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Grind Rice
Allow it to cool, then grind into a powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
Tip: Toast the rice and grind it fresh just before preparing the dish to ensure optimum flavor.
How to Make Delicious Laotian Larb with Ground Chicken and Lime
Total time: 1 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Brown the Chicken
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Mix the Larb
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, chopped mint, chili flakes, and toasted rice powder.
- 3
Prepare the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together palm sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, and minced garlic. Pour over the chicken mixture and toss well to coat.
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