Or lam facts for kids
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| Alternative names | O-lam |
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| Type | Stew |
| Place of origin | Laos |
| Region or state | Luang Prabang |
| Main ingredients | Buffalo meat or beef or game meat or chicken, lemongrass, mai sakhaan, chilies, eggplant, wood ear mushrooms, yard-long bean, roasted ground rice |
Or Lam (Lao: ເອາະຫຼາມ) is a special stew from Laos. It comes from a city called Luang Prabang. This stew is a little bit spicy and can make your tongue tingle!
The broth is thick and full of flavor. It's made by cooking lemongrass, chilies, and a special Lao chili wood called sakhaan. They also add crushed sticky rice, grilled citronella, garlic, and onions to make it even thicker.
What's in Or Lam?
Or Lam is usually made with different kinds of meat. People often use dried buffalo skin, beef, or even game meat. Sometimes, it's made with quail or chicken.
Vegetables and Other Goodies
Besides meat, Or Lam also has lots of vegetables. You'll find eggplants, wood ear mushrooms, and long green beans. These ingredients make the stew healthy and tasty.
A Royal Dish
Did you know that the original recipe for Or Lam was very special? In the past, in royal Luang Prabang, Or Lam was made with deer meat. This shows how important and delicious this stew is!
Why Or Lam is Popular
Or Lam is a very popular dish all over Laos. People love its unique taste and the way it warms you up. It's a great example of traditional Lao cuisine.
