A refreshing Lao Spicy Cucumber Salad, perfect for an easy weekend lunch, served with medium-rare steak. The salad combines fresh ingredients like cucumber, garlic, and chili peppers for a spicy kick.
1: Using a knife, slice the cucumber into thin strips. Set aside.
2: In a mortar, add palm sugar, thai peppers, and garlic. Smash into paste. Add shrimp paste, fish sauce, and lime juice. Stir until well combined.
3: Slowly add the cucumber into the mortar and combine well with the sauce.
4: Serve with a side of protein (e.g. steak, wings, sausages) and serve cold.
