Passing Nampak River, you are truly amazed of the peaceful and romantic scenery of Muang La Town. Muang La is surrounded by majestic mountains, the immense crop fields, rustic wooden houses, along with the ancient temple. In addition, when traveling here, you will be immersed in the simple life of locals and took part in the local’s activities such as fishing, farming – the simple activities but no less attractive. Muang La is famous for its natural hot springs for the night. Indochina tours Laos
Regarding Laos cuisine, people always think about the popular dishes such as sticky rice, minced meat salad, green papaya salad, Laos sausage, and so on. One of the special features in Laos cuisine is that Laotians use a lot of herbs in the dishes, so does Muang la. When coming to Muang La – a beautiful town of Laos, if you wonder what to eat, here are some tasty dishes that you must try.
Steamed Fish – Mok Pa
Delicious steamed fish -source: internet
Mok Pa is steamed fish which is wrapped in banana leaves and tied with bamboo sticks. As a result, it’s juicy and moist. It’s made from really fresh fish with different kinds of herbs including lemongrass, kaffir leaves, green onions, fish sauce, green chillis, shrimp paste, and fresh dill and spices which bring a unique aroma and taste. Hot steamed fish goes really well with sticky rice.
Grilled chicken – Ping kai
You must try this-source: internet
A whole chicken is marinated with a bundle of herbs, garlic, black pepper, fish sauce, and more overnight, then grilled on charcoals. After one bite, you will fall in love with this dish. You will taste all the flavors of spices, crispy skin, and juicy meat. It has the great aroma from herbs and smoky fragrant from grilling in charcoals. One hand you hold some sticky rice, one hand you hold a piece of chicken. It’s definitely a feast of the gods. In the end of your meal, you will smile with the satisfaction.
Baguette Paté – Khao Jii Paté
Khao Jii Paté is a popular street food dish -source: internet
Khao Jii Paté is similar to Vietnamese Banh Mi. It’s a popular street food dish. The baguette is filled with watercress, grated carrots, and a good amount of chile-garlic sauce instead of pickle, cilantro, and cucumbers like Vietnam version and Vietnamese Banh Mi have more options of filling to choose than Laos Baguette Paté. However, it’s a quick meal for breakfast and lunch.
Noodle soup – Khao Piak Sen
Khao Piak Sen is a comfort food for all day -source: internet
Khao Piak Sen is a chewy noodle soup that has a similar consistency to Pho in Vietnam. The broth is made from slowly cooked bones which bring the taste and sweetness. It’s garnished with pork or chicken, or beef and served with chopped coriander leaves, bean sprouts, and freshly sliced limes. It is considered as a comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and even for dinner. Travel Vietnam and Indochina
Lao Beer
Laos beer – a great companion of any dish -source: internet
Beer is not technically food, it’s a kind of drink. Lao beer is the most famous beer brand in Laos and an essential part of Lao meal. Laotian uses a lot of chilis and herbs in every dish, so a glass of cold beer is a great companion of any dish.
Here are some suggestions of what to eat for you to enjoy when traveling to Muang La. Food vary in flavor, and taste depending on each restaurant and vendor. However, you will be completely satisfied with anything.
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