Lengkuas or Laos Powder

A member if the ginger family, this used in curries. Substitute 1 teaspoon powdered lengkuas or laos powder for 0.5 cm (1/4 in) slice of fresh lengkuas.

Local Celery

Small fine stalks and leaves which are used as garnish or in soups. Use young leaves of regular celery vegetable as substitute. (more…)