Laab Khua

Step 1

Thinly slice 2 of the shallots and set aside. Finely chop the remaining 1 shallot for the dressing.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the 1 lb ground pork and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. The meat should be sizzling and no longer pink.

Step 3

Add the sliced shallots to the pork and stir-fry until they are golden and crispy, about 3 minutes. The shallots should smell nutty and look browned at the edges.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp lime juice, and the chopped shallot. Taste and adjust with more lime or fish sauce if needed.

Step 5

Fold in the 0.5 cup mint leaves just until wilted. Serve warm with the 8 rice paper wrappers, dipping them in water briefly to soften before wrapping the meat.