7 Must-Try Culinary Delights in Myanmar

A journey to Myanmar isn’t complete without indulging in its distinctive cuisine—an intriguing blend of flavors, textures, and cultural influences. Here are seven must-try dishes that promise to elevate your culinary adventure across the Golden Land.

1. Tea Leaf Salad (Lahpet Thoke)

Myanmar is one of the few countries where tea leaves are not only brewed but also eaten. This tangy, crunchy salad—often served during celebrations or as an appetizer—is a bold mix of fermented tea leaves, nuts, beans, garlic, and cabbage. A word of caution from the locals: its caffeine content might keep you awake if you overindulge!

2. Burmese Teahouse Snacks
Teahouses are a quintessential part of Myanmar’s cultural landscape and offer far more than just milk tea. Depending on the ethnic roots of the owner, you might find Shan noodles, Indian-inspired fried pastries with potato curry, or Chinese-style steamed buns and dim sum. Each teahouse provides a unique gastronomic window into the country’s diversity.

3. Mohinga (Fish Noodle Soup)
Widely regarded as Myanmar’s national dish, Mohinga is a comforting bowl of rice noodles in a rich, herbal fish broth. Often enjoyed as a breakfast staple, it’s also a popular street food served all day. A splash of lime and a pinch of dried chili can elevate the flavor for the adventurous palate.

4. Shan-Style Tofu Noodles
Known locally as hto-hpu nwe, this dish features warm, thick porridge made from chickpea flour, topped with noodles, chicken or pork, pickled vegetables, and a hint of chili oil. Originating from the Shan ethnic group, it’s a savory delight that breaks expectations of what “tofu” should be.

5. Deep-Fried Treats
Street vendors across Myanmar offer a smorgasbord of deep-fried delights. One standout is buthi kyaw—crispy battered gourd fritters served with a sweet and tangy tamarind dip. It’s the perfect street snack for foodies who love crunch with a kick.

6. Burmese Curry
Dining at a traditional curry house in Myanmar is a full experience. Curries, made with pork, beef, chicken, or seafood, are served alongside a spread of rice, sautéed vegetables, lentils, salads, and a large tray of steamed greens with assorted dips. Don’t miss the traditional dessert: pickled tea leaves and roasted nuts.

7. Shan-Style Fish Rice (Nga Htamin)
This simple yet flavorful dish features turmeric-infused rice served with fish flakes and garlic oil. Often accompanied by chili and pepper, it’s a fiery favorite among spice lovers and a must-try specialty from the Shan region.

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