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Nam Prik Pao (Thai Roasted Chili Paste)
Nam Prik Pao, also known as Thai Roasted Chili Paste, is a vibrant and spicy condiment that is at the heart of Thai cuisine. This rich, smoky, and slightly sweet sauce is created from a blend of flavorsome ingredients including roasted chilies, garlic, shallots, and a hint of shrimp paste. Originating from the culinary traditions of Thailand, it serves as a versatile sauce that can elevate the taste of many Thai dishes, or be savored simply with a warm serving of jasmine rice.
Servings: 10
Ingredients
- Dried red chilies
- 20g
- Garlic cloves
- 10g, peeled
- Shallots
- 50g, peeled
- Shrimp paste
- 20g
- Palm sugar
- 30g
- Fish sauce
- 20ml
- Tamarind paste
- 20g
- Vegetable oil
- 50ml
Instructions
- Soak the dried red chilies in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain well.
- Use a mortar and pestle or a food processor to blend the soaked chilies, garlic cloves, and shallots into a fine paste.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat, then add the shrimp paste to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant.
- Stir in the chili paste mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly to ensure it doesn't stick to the pan.
- Add the palm sugar, fish sauce, and tamarind paste to the pan, stirring well to combine all the ingredients.
- Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and let the Nam Prik Pao cool before transferring to a jar or container.
- Store the Nam Prik Pao in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Use this versatile Nam Prik Pao as a condiment or ingredient in various Thai dishes, from stir-fries to soups, or even as a flavorful spread on toast.
Dietary Information
Servings: 10 • Dish Type: Condiment • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Calories: 80 • Fat: 5g • Carbs: 8g • Protein: 1g • Sodium: 300mg • Sugar: 6g
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