Laap – Lao Grilled Meat Salad

Laap – A staple dish in Lao PDR and a favorite in our home. Directions: 1. Marinate your choice cut of meat in 4 cloves chopped garlic, chopped ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil and maple syrup. Marinate for 6 hours or overnight. 2. Roast one head garlic and one hot pepper (optional). 3. Place 1-2…

Braised Coconut Kale

2 teaspoons oil or ghee 1 small yellow onion 4 large cloves garlic, peeled and minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger, from a 3-inch piece 1/2 cup sun-dried or fresh tomatoes, chopped 1 large lemon, zested and juiced (about 2 tablespoons juice) 1 dried hot red pepper or dash of red pepper flakes (opt) 15-ounce can…