Nam Khao (Paperback)

High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! Nam khao also known as Laotian crispy rice salad, Laotian fried rice ball salad, nam kao tod, naem khao thawt, nem khao, "nam khun" or naem khao is a salad from Laos and is made with deep-fried rice balls, chunks of Laotian-style fermented pork sausage called som moo, chopped peanuts, grated coconut, sliced scallions or shallots, mint, cilantro, lime juice, fish sauce, and other ingredients. Nam khao is traditionally eaten as a wrap by filling individual leaves (i.e. lettuce) with a spoonful of the tangy Nam khao mixture and then topping it with fresh herbs and dried chili peppers.