Steps
- 1.
Tam Bai Mom (Northern Laos): Primary flavoring agent in herb-packed rice dumplings
- 2.
Kaeng Het Bai Mom (Luang Prabang): Umami base for wild mushroom soups
- 3.
Jeow Bai Mom (Xieng Khouang): Fermented bamboo dip for sticky rice
The Science
Primary Reaction
Lactic acid fermentation