Laab-Namtok Seasoning Mix - Lobo - 30g

Brand: LOBO
Country/Region of Origin: Thailand
Unit: Package
Weight: 30g
Usage: Prepare 300g of meat (beef, chicken, or other). Mince the meat for Laab (a minced meat salad often with mint, coriander, and green onions). Grill and slice the meat for Namtok (a grilled meat salad, primarily beef, with fresh herbs and a sweet and sour sauce). Add 1/4 cup of water and cook until the meat is done. Mix in the Laab-Namtok spices thoroughly. Garnish with red onions, mint leaves, and green onions. Serve with fresh vegetables.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Roasted sticky rice(50%),dried chili pepper(25.3%), spices (garlic powder,shallot powder, coriander seeds) (7.7%), flavor enhancer: E621 (5.5%), acidity regulators: E330 (5.2%) and E296,salt(4.5%), natural flavoring.

for 100 g/ml:
Energy: 1479 kJ / 349 kcal
Fat: 1.6 g
Carbohydrates: 70 g
of which sugars: 4.9 g
Fiber: 7.5 g
Protein: 10 g

PREPARATION GUIDE: LAAB GAI

Laab Gai is a traditional minced meat salad from the Isan region (Northeast Thailand) and Laos, known for its freshness and aromatic herbs.

INGREDIENTS

Meat:

300–400g minced chicken (breast or thigh)

Seasoning:

1 packet of Laab-Namtok Seasoning Mix (Lobo / Mae Ploy)

Authentic touch:

1 tablespoon roasted rice powder for crunch and nutty aroma

Spice:

Thai chili flakes, to taste

Fresh herbs:

Sliced shallots, fresh mint (essential), long coriander, green onions

Side dishes:

Sticky rice, raw cabbage wedges, long beans or cucumber

PREPARATION STEPS

1. Cooking the chicken (water sauté method)

Place minced chicken in a pan with 2–3 tablespoons of water (no oil).

Cook over medium heat, stirring until fully cooked and crumbly. Remove when water is almost evaporated.

Tip: Leave a bit of cooking liquid so the seasoning sticks better.

2. Seasoning

Add the Laab-Namtok seasoning mix while the chicken is still hot and mix well.

Add chili flakes for extra heat and color.

Tip: Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice for brightness.

3. Final touch

Add roasted rice powder – the key ingredient for its signature smoky flavor.

Finish with shallots, green onions, long coriander, and plenty of mint leaves. Mix gently.

CHEF’S TIPS

When to add roasted rice:

Add right before serving to keep it crunchy.

Mint matters:

Mint balances the spiciness perfectly—don’t be shy with it!