Vegetable platter - dia rau song

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1largeHead of Boston or other soft lettuce, separated into
Individual leaves
1bunchOf scallions, cut into 2 inch lengths
1cupCoriander leaves
1cupMint leaves
1cupFresh Asian or regular basil leaves
1Cucumber, peeled in alternating strips, halved lengthwise and
Sliced thinly crosswise
4ouncesFresh bean sprouts
1Ripe mango
1bunchRipe bananas
1Ripe papaya
6Apples
6Star fruit

Directions

On a large platter, decoratively arrange all of the ingredients in separate groups. Use in recipes where required.

From "The Foods of Vietnam" by Nicole Rauthier. Stewart, Tabori & Chang. 1989.