Burmese Tomato Salad Recipe

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 Burmese Tomato Salad Recipe

Burmese Tomato Salad, known as "Tangy Lahpet Thoke," is a refreshing and flavorful dish from Myanmar. It features ripe tomatoes paired with a tangy dressing, fresh herbs, and a mix of textures from crispy fried garlic and peanuts. It’s a perfect side dish or a light main course, and it’s incredibly easy to make!



✅ Ingredients

  • 3 ripe tomatoes, sliced
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, fried until crispy (or use crispy fried onions)
  • 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, chopped

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian version)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

📝 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Salad Base

  1. Slice the tomatoes and arrange them in a bowl.
  2. Add the thinly sliced red onion, fried garlic, and chopped peanuts.

2️⃣ Prepare the Dressing

  1. In a separate small bowl, mix the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, chili flakes, and sesame oil. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is well combined.

3️⃣ Toss the Salad

  1. Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture.
  2. Add the chopped cilantro and mint leaves for a fresh herb kick.
  3. Toss everything together gently, making sure the tomatoes are well-coated with the dressing.

4️⃣ Serve

  1. Serve immediately, garnished with additional fried garlic and peanuts if desired.
  2. Enjoy this tangy, refreshing Burmese Tomato Salad as a side dish or a light meal!

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