Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/4 cup shrimp paste
- 1/4 cup palm sugar
- 1/4 cup tamarind paste
- 1/4 cup fish sauce
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped shallots
- 1/4 cup chopped garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped Thai bird's eye chilies
Special equipment needed:
- Mortar and pestle or food processor
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mortar and pestle or food processor, pound or blend together the shrimp paste, palm sugar, tamarind paste, fish sauce, lime juice, shallots, garlic, and chilies until a smooth paste is formed.
2. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more sugar for sweetness, lime juice for acidity, or chilies for heat.
3. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and serve with fresh vegetables, grilled meats, or rice.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
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Serving size:
Makes about 1 cup of sauce, serving size varies depending on use.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 40
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 1g
Sodium: 630mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Shrimp paste can be substituted with miso paste or anchovy paste.
- Palm sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or honey.
- Tamarind paste can be substituted with lime juice or vinegar.
- Fish sauce can be substituted with soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce.
- Thai bird's eye chilies can be substituted with other hot chilies.
Variations:
- Add chopped cilantro or mint for a fresh herb flavor.
- Use different types of chilies for different levels of heat.
- Add chopped peanuts or toasted sesame seeds for crunch.
Tips and tricks:
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
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Presentation ideas:
Serve the sauce in a small bowl with a spoon for easy dipping.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped cilantro or mint leaves.
Pairings:
Serve with fresh vegetables, grilled meats, or rice.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the sauce is too salty, add more lime juice or sugar to balance it out.
Food safety advice:
Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
Food history:
Nam Phrik Kapi is a traditional Thai chili sauce made with shrimp paste.
Flavor profiles:
Salty, sweet, sour, and spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dipping sauce or condiment for grilled meats or vegetables.
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Region: Thai