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Dai-style leaf-wrapped grilled fish

Photo: Dai-style leaf-wrapped grilled fish
Grilled fish with local dipping sauces from Yunnan.

One of the Dai people’s go-to snacks, and an instant favorite for anyone who loves bold, fresh flavors. Grilled fish is wrapped in greens and served with rice noodles, herbs, and a lineup of spicy, sour dipping sauces.

Our favorite is the peanut sauce: nutty and fragrant, mixed with garlic, fish sauce, lemon juice, and a touch of seasoning. It clings to the fish, lifts the aromatics, and adds a deeper, more addictive richness to every bite.

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