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Larb
Toast raw rice in a dry pan until nut-brown. Grind coarse.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Larb take?
25 min all in — 15 min prep, 10 min cook. That is the time on this recipe, not a guess.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 3 plates. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Hot.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Fish. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan, Mixing bowl.
How much salt do I put in?
This recipe does not list salt as its own ingredient. Saltiness comes from Fish sauce — 2 tbsp. Taste at the end rather than adding a number we did not write.
How much fish sauce?
2 tbsp of Fish sauce.
What can I use instead?
Pork → Chicken or mushrooms. Season a little harder. The lime still leads.
Any tips from this recipe?
Duck larb and mushroom larb exist. The dressing stays the same. Toasted rice powder (khao khua) is sold in bags if you do not want to grind.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.