Prik Nam Pla Recipe (Thai Cuisine Dipping Sauce)
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
49 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Thai
Prik Nam Pla Recipe (Thai Cuisine Dipping Sauce)
Description
Prik Nam Pla Recipe (Thai Cuisine Dipping Sauce) combines fish sauce, fresh lime juice, sugar, sliced garlic, and chilies to craft a bright and tangy dipping sauce. This combination yields a salty and slightly sweet base accented by the pungency of garlic and heat of chilies. The preparation involves thinly slicing fresh chilies and garlic before mixing all ingredients to dissolve the sugar evenly.
The sauce’s flavor depends largely on the type and amount of chilies used, which can range from mild to very fiery varieties. The quick mixing and no-cook method preserve the fresh bite and sharpness in the sauce, making it suitable for serving immediately alongside grilled meats, seafood, or vegetables.
For balancing heat, removing chili seeds can reduce spiciness without losing flavor, making this adaptable to different heat preferences. Prik Nam Pla is a staple condiment in Thai cooking that serves as an easy way to add depth and brightness to any meal that can benefit from a zesty, savory kick.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp lime juice
- 1/2 tbsp white sugar
- 5 tbsp fish sauce
- 4 chilies add to taste, see notes
- 4 cloves garlic peeled
Instructions
- Thinly slice the fresh chilies and garlic.
- Combine all ingredients (fish sauce, fresh lime juice, sugar, chopped chilies, and chopped garlic) in a mixing bowl. Stir the mixture with a spoon for approximately 30 seconds, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose chilies based on your preferred heat level; birds eye chilies for very hot, Jinda chilies for medium, or jalapeños for mild.
- Removing chili seeds can reduce spiciness without altering flavor much.
- Use fresh garlic for a stronger pungent note in the sauce.
- Serve immediately after mixing since the sauce is fresh and raw.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 49 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 49kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 2361mg | 98% |
| Potassium | 298mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 576IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 88mg | 98% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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