
bamboo leaf
Bamboo leaves are sold dried and require pre-soaking to make them pliable before use. The broad leaves which impart a unique…

lemongrass
Lemongrass gives a refreshing flavour to dishes without overpowering them. Peel off one or two layers of the woody exterior…

eggplant / aubergine
Eggplant has to be one of my favourite vegetable. Roasted or chargrilled then made into a spicy salad or slow-cooked…

winged beans
Also known as four-angled or goa beans, they are lovely when eaten raw in a salad. The pods are juicy and crunchy when they are young…

cauliflower
Cauliflower is eaten stir-fried or steamed briefly so it still has bite. It is also eaten raw with baked shrimp paste dip…

tea leaves, pickled
Tea is not only drunk but also eaten in Burma. The leaves are fermented and pickled then served as a salad…

tofu, shan
Shan tofu is made from chana dal or chickpea flour. Similar in texture to a soft tofu but pale yellow in colour and has a lovely delicate flavour…
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