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Number 80. Spring Rolls (Vietnam) Fresh and crunchy Vietnamese appetizers. Soak rice paper wrappers in warm water until pliable. Fill with cooked shrimp, vermicelli noodles, lettuce, and fresh herbs like mint and cilantro. Roll tightly and serve with a dipping sauce made from hoisin, peanut butter, and soy sauce. Number 79. Laksa (Malaysia) A spicy noodle soup. In a large pot, sauté laksa paste (made from lemongrass, galangal, garlic, and chili) until fragrant. Add coconut milk and chicken or seafood broth. Bring to a simmer and add cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Serve over rice noodles, topped with bean sprouts, cilantro, and lime wedges. Number 78. Nasi Goreng (Indonesia) Indonesian fried rice. Cook and cool rice. In a wok, sauté garlic, shallots, and chili. Add chicken, shrimp, or tofu and cook through. Stir in the rice, sweet soy sauce (kecap manis), and a beaten egg. Serve with fried shallots, cucumber slices, and a fried egg on top. Number 77. Satay (Indonesia) Grilled skewers with a peanut sauce. Marinate chicken or beef in a mixture of turmeric, cumin, coriander, and coconut milk. Thread onto skewers and grill until cooked. Serve with a dipping sauce made from peanuts, soy sauce, lime juice, and coconut milk. Number 76. Mujadara (Lebanon) A hearty dish of lentils and rice. Cook lentils until tender, then mix with cooked rice. Fry thinly sliced onions until caramelized and crispy. Stir the onions into the lentil and rice mixture, and season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Serve with a side of yogurt or a simple salad.