Lephet Thoke (Burmese Fermented Tea Leaf Salad)

Salad

Difficulty: Easy Servings: 4 Source:

Ingredients

5 tablespoons fermented tea leaves (lephet)

2 bird's-eye chile

3 tablespoons dried Shrimp soaked and pounded to powdery form

3 cloves garlic sliced

3 tablespoon peanuts

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

2 teaspoons fish sauce

2 teaspoons fresh lime juice

1 tablespoon peanut oil

Description

Lephet Thoke (Burmese Fermented Tea Leaf Salad) is a versatile dish in Burmese culture – it’s a snack, an appetizer, a palate cleanser after a meal and a stimulant more potent than coffee.

Directions

Soak dried Shrimp and pound until powdery.

Deep fry garlic until golden brown.

Roast peanuts and sesame seeds.

Put all ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly.

Serve immediately.