Ingredient appreciation — what makes Khauk Swè Thohk special

What sets Khauk Swè Thohk apart is the handling of fish paste ngapi. In lesser versions this is treated as a background note. Here it's central and the warming with turmeric result shows it. I've started buying it to cook with at home after this experience.

laphet fermented tea leaf salad is a uniquely Burmese ingredient used in salads and as a stimulant snack. The a traditional Burmese home breakfast atmosphere was right for this kind of food. I had toddy palm juice as recommended and it matched well. If you want to understand what makes this cuisine distinctive, Khauk Swè Thohk is the place to start.