My family comes from five continents but this one is inspired by Patti Myint who I worked for as a teenager at her Laotian restaurant. She made it with chicken, yellow squash, and a little vinegar or something sour. I got the texture right is all that matters.
that's awesome - and cool you have such a blended family Lao food is in my DNA - i'm always super pleased when other people appreciate it
I don't even know exactly what Lao food is other than Patti's cooking. It's definitely Thai on some fronts but she was also a tempura queen and did amazing grilled chicken kebabs with coconut and hoisin sauce. That's what was cool about her restaurant, it tasted like home cooking.