Nam Khao (Pork Crispy Rice Salad)

Nam Khao is the hidden gem of Laotian cuisine and is a taste and textural sensation. The medley of crunch and softness from the fried red curry jasmine rice balls, tanginess from the freshly squeezed lime, and umami from the fish sauce make for an explosion of aromatic and fresh flavors in every bite. Enjoy with lettuce wraps for some extra crunch! Vegetarian option is also available. Allergens: Fish, cilantro Gluten-Free: We are not a certified gluten-free kitchen; however, no gluten or gluten containing sauces were added to this item. There are other items produced in our food production space that may contain gluten (i.e. wheat, etc.). Ingredients: jasmine rice, pork, pork skin, garlic, red chili peppers, kaffir lime leaves, coconut, cilantro, egg, fish sauce, monosodium glutamate, salt, chili, garlic, shallot, monosodium glutamate, salt, lemongrass, sugar, galangal, and nam powder (natural flavoring). Reheating Instructions: Oven (Recommended):  Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees.  Frozen: Remove film on tray and lime wedge. Put Nam Khao tray in oven for 15-18 minutes (depending on level of crispness you want), stirring the Nam Khao midpoint to distribute heat. Taste and squeeze extra lime if desired. Eat with lettuce wraps for extra crunch!    Thawed: Remove film on tray and lime wedge. Put Nam Khao in oven for 12-15 minutes (depending on level of crispness you want), stirring the Nam Khao midpoint to distribute heat. Taste and squeeze extra lime if desired. Eat with lettuce wraps for extra crunch!  Microwave (Please note that the recommended reheating time is for a 1000-watt microwave. Reheating time may vary depending on the model and power of microwave.):  Frozen: Open up corner of film to remove lime wedge. Puncture film in two spots to allow ventilation and steam. Microwave for 4:15-4:45 minutes. Remove film, stir, and enjoy. Taste and squeeze extra lime if desired. Eat with lettuce wraps for extra crunch!  Thawed: Open up corner of film to remove lime wedge. Puncture film in two spots to allow ventilation and steam. Microwave for 3:00 minutes. Remove film, stir, and enjoy. Taste and squeeze extra lime if desired. Eat with lettuce wraps for extra crunch!