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Fermented Fish Salad Recipe (Nga baung thoke)

A traditional Burmese salad made with fermented fish, fresh vegetables, and a tangy dressing.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Burmese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 200 g Fermented fish chopped
  • 1 cup Cabbage shredded
  • 1 cup Carrot julienned
  • 1 cup Cucumber sliced
  • 2 tablespoon Lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Chili flakes
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds toasted
  • 1 cup Fresh herbs such as cilantro, mint, and basil

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the fermented fish, cabbage, carrot, and cucumber.
  2. 2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, peanut oil, garlic, and chili flakes.
  3. 3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. 4. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and fresh herbs before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Burmese, Fermented Fish, Salad
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