Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1/2 cup fish sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2-3 Thai bird's eye chilies, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Special equipment needed:
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine fish sauce, water, white vinegar, and sugar.
2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
3. Add the sliced chilies and minced garlic to the saucepan and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
5. Stir in the lime juice and whisk the mixture until it is well combined.
6. Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes about 1 cup of sauce
Nutritional information:
Per serving (1 tablespoon):
Calories: 25
Total Fat: 0g
Sodium: 780mg
Total Carbohydrates: 6g
Sugars: 6g
Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you don't have Thai bird's eye chilies, you can use any other type of chili pepper.
- You can use brown sugar instead of white sugar for a slightly different flavor.
Variations:
- Add chopped cilantro or green onions for extra flavor.
- Use this sauce as a marinade for grilled meats or seafood.
- Add a splash of soy sauce for a more savory flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Adjust the amount of chilies to your desired level of spiciness.
- This sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat in a small saucepan over low heat until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in a small bowl with a spoon for drizzling over your favorite dishes.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions.
Pairings:
This sauce pairs well with grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with steamed rice or noodles.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too salty, add a little more water and sugar to balance the flavors.
- If the sauce is too sweet, add a little more fish sauce and vinegar.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use a clean spoon when serving the sauce.
- Store in the refrigerator and discard if it develops an off odor or appearance.
Food history:
Prik Nam Pla Maak is a traditional Thai condiment that is often served with grilled meats or seafood.
Flavor profiles:
This sauce is sweet, sour, and spicy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dipping sauce for grilled meats or seafood.
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Region: Thai