Balachaung as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Balachaung is absolutely in that category. The warming with turmeric quality works on something almost primal — you feel the warmth of it immediately. lemongrass does work that no substitute can replicate.

laphet fermented tea leaf salad is a uniquely Burmese ingredient used in salads and as a stimulant snack. There's something about the a traditional Burmese home breakfast context that reinforces the comfort effect. lahpet yay tea leaf tea alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.