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Sai Oua

ໄສ້ອົ່ວ/sigh oo-ah/
Sai Oua
About this dish

A fragrant grilled sausage seasoned with lemongrass, kaffir lime, and fresh herbs.

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Ingredients
🥩500g ground pork
🌾2 stalks lemongrass, minced
🍃3 kaffir lime leaves, minced
🌿Fresh cilantro and green onion, chopped
🌶️2 bird's eye chilies, minced
Method
Serves 3
1
Mix the ground pork with lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, herbs, and chili until well combined.
2
Stuff the mixture into sausage casings, or shape into patties if casings aren't available.
3
Grill over medium coals, turning occasionally, until cooked through and lightly charred.
4
Slice and serve with sticky rice and fresh vegetables.
✓ What Makes it Authentic

Sai oua is a specialty of northern Laos, especially associated with Luang Prabang, valued for its strong herbal aroma.

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