Thai Chili Paste Recipe (Nam Prik Pao)

Ingredients

• 1.05 ounce garlic (chopped)
• 2.1 ounces shallots (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 ounces large dried chilies (chopped, see notes)
• 6 dried chilies
• 1/2 tablespoon shrimp paste
• 1/2 tablespoon fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon palm sugar (chop to measure)
• 1 tablespoon tamarind paste
• 1/2 cup oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps

1. 1

   Grill sliced chilies, garlic, and shallots, turning them occasionally, until they are charred.

2. 2

   In a food processor, combine all your ingredients at once. Pulse until the mixture forms a smooth paste.

3. 3

   Transfer the mixture to a pan. Simmer the paste over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook for approx 2 minutes, until the oil begins to separate from the paste. Enjoy!