Where can I find oyster mushrooms?

Oyster mushrooms are available at well-stocked Asian grocery stores, especially in spring and summer. Check the refrigerated section!

What’s the difference between Laap, Laab, and Larb?

They’re all the same dish—just different spellings of the Thai word for this delicious salad.

Mushroom Larb Salad (Laab Hed)

Name: Mushroom Larb Salad (Laab Hed)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 8-10 ounces oyster mushroom; 6 oz ground meat, chicken or pork; 1/4 cup green onion, chopped small; 1 1/2 tbsp lemongrass, finely sliced; 2-6 chilis, chopped small; 1/4 cup toasted rice, more for garnish; 3 tablespoons fish sauce, divided. 1 tablespoon for seasoning the ground meat, 2 tablespoons for Laab salad, and 1 tablespoon for seasoning the ground meat.; 3 1/2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 cup oil, half for cooking meat and half for brushing on mushrooms; 1/3 cup mint roughly chopped; 1/3 cup cilantro roughly chopped 1/2 inch; 1/2 cup sliced shallot; 1/4 cup water

Description

This vibrant Thai mushroom larb salad combines grilled oyster mushrooms with a zingy umami dressing, fresh herbs, and crunchy toasted rice. It’s a delicious, healthy dish that’s super easy to make!

Ingredients

Scale

8-10 ounces oyster mushroom
6 oz ground meat, chicken or pork
1/4 cup green onion, chopped small
1 1/2 tbsp lemongrass, finely sliced
2-6 chilis, chopped small
1/4 cup toasted rice, more for garnish
3 tablespoons fish sauce, divided. 1 tablespoon for seasoning the ground meat, 2 tablespoons for Laab salad, and 1 tablespoon for seasoning the ground meat.
3 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup oil, half for cooking meat and half for brushing on mushrooms
1/3 cup mint roughly chopped
1/3 cup cilantro roughly chopped 1/2 inch
1/2 cup sliced shallot
1/4 cup water

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Instructions

Step 1: Toast the Rice. In a dry skillet over medium-low heat, roast uncooked rice until it’s golden brown and your kitchen fills up with a nutty aroma—this takes about 10-15 minutes. Let it cool to room temperature, then grind it into a coarse powder using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.

Step 2: Cook the Meat. Heat some oil over medium heat and cook the meat until tender and lightly browned. If it starts to stick, add 1/4 cup of water. Stir in fish sauce, turn off the heat, and let it cool while you grill the mushrooms.

Step 3: Grill the Mushrooms. Rinse the mushrooms and pat them dry with a paper towel. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and brush the mushrooms with oil. Grill for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown, then let them cool while you prepare the salad.

Step 4: Combine the Flavors. Mix the ground meat and the grilled mushroom in a large bowl with fresh herbs (save some mint leaves for garnish), the remaining fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili flakes. Toss everything together until well combined.

Step 5: Finish with Toasted Rice Powder. Add the toasted rice powder to the salad and mix it in. Adjust the flavor with a little more fish sauce or lime juice if needed. For you spicy food lovers, sprinkle more chili flakes! Finally, transfer the mushroom mixture into a big bowl, and you’re all set! Enjoy your delicious Thai Mushroom Larb Salad!

Notes

Toasted Rice Powder. Don’t skip this step! It adds incredible depth of flavor and crunchy texture to your Thai salad.
Mushroom Medley. Mix it up! My favorites include shiitake, oyster, and king trumpet mushrooms.
Fresh Ingredients. Fresh herbs and lime juice elevate the flavor significantly. Spice It Up. Adjust the chili flakes to match your spice

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 10
Category: Thai Salads
Method: grilling
Cuisine: Thai