Danbauk as comfort food — exactly what I needed

Some dishes exist to comfort and Danbauk is absolutely in that category. The pungent and fermented 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 Yangon tea shop context that reinforces the comfort effect. fresh lime soda alongside is the traditional way and it makes complete sense. I come back to this dish when I need something dependable and restorative.